1 lb. of any combination of ripe fruits in season
1/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 c. rum, gin, or vodka

Apricots, pears, peaches, apples, plums, nectarines, and mangoes

Boil water and dip fresh, ripe fruits to loosen skins before peeling. In a large saucepan, mix sugar with water, nutmeg, and allspice. Boil and add fruits.

Simmer for 5 minutes. Skim off scum or foam. Drain fruits from liquid and place in jars or a glass container.

Boil liquid for 5 minutes. Remove all foam and add rum or vodka. Pour over fruits. Cool and close tightly. Can be preserved or refrigerated for weeks.

NOTE: Ripe mangoes can be peeled easily without dipping in boiling water.