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Bourbon and peaches, combined in pickle form. What's not to like?

An easy, fast way to use up plums if you've got too many on your hands: preserve them whole in syrup! A sprig of rosemary adds a great layer of flavor.

I love their color, their flavor and the fact that they make the most amazing jam. Even a mediocre apricot sings when cooked down with sugar and a squeeze of lemon.

Simple, sweet and seasonal: Canned Apricots in Honey Syrup tutorial.