First, slice plums and remove pits.
4 cups chopped plums
Second combine maple sugar and collagen.
3/4 cup maple sugar, 4 tbsp Dr. Ax's collagen Add sliced pitted plums, water, and lemon juice into a deep pan (giving it room to boil).
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2/3 cup water
Next, add in the collagen mixture.
On medium heat bring ingredients to a boil.
Finally, simmer the preserves for 20 -30 minutes or until desired consistency.
Reduce heat and using a potato masher or the back of a spoon and mash the plums.
Boil another 10 minutes or so.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Lastly, once cooled place preserves into a sterilized glass jar with a screw top lid.
Place in refrigerator.
Preserves are good for 3 to 4 months.
Makes approximately 1 1/2 cup.
You can also process in a canner.
If canning, follow canning manufacturer’s directions.