Rhubarb Wild Plum Jam

Step 1: In a large pan combine the prepared plums, rhubarb, water and the lemon juice.

Step 2: Bring the above mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly to avoid sticking and burning.

Step 3: When it has come to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to simmer, partly covered, stirring often, for about 15 minutes, or until rhubarb is tender.

Step 4: Slowly pour in the sugar, stirring constantly to avoid sticking and burning.

Step 5: Bring mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar completely.

Step 6: Then reduce heat to medium and allow mixture to simmer gently, uncovered, stirring often and reducing heat further as the mixture thickens - about 20 to 25 minutes or until thickened.

Step 7: Remove the mixture from the heat and skim off any foam.

Step 8: Ladle into sterilized jars to within 1/4" of the rim top, and wipe rim as necessary.

Step 9: Apply the prepared lids and rings, and tighten fingertip-tight.

Step 10: Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, or as blue book says