Peach Allspice Jam - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 lb. ripe peaches, peeled and pitted
unsweetened apple juice
1/2 tsp. ground allspice (optional)
1 (1 3/4 oz.) pkg. no-sugar-needed pectin
9 to 10 packets Equal sweetener
2 to 3 tsp. lemon juice

Preparation

Prepare 5 (1/2-pint) freezer jars according to manufacturer's instructions.
Chop peaches to make 4 cups.
Place peaches in strainer over glass measuring cup to drain juice and add enough apple juice to make 1 cup total.
Combine juice and allspice in medium saucepan; add pectin slowly, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly to avoid scorching.
Boil and stir 1 minute.
Remove saucepan from heat.
Stir in peaches, sweetener and lemon juice.
Fill freezer jars to within 1/2-inch of top.
Wipe jar rims; cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 4 hours.
Refrigerate until chilled or place jam in freezer.