Bing Cherry Jam

By Tessie2



1 quart chopped and pitted Bing cherries
1 package powdered pectin
1/4th cup lemon juice
1/4th cup almond liqueur
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cloves
4 1/2 cup sugar
Combine all ingredients, except sugar, in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. return to a rolling boil. Boil 2 minutes, stirring constantly. remove from heat. Skim foam if necessary. Ladle hot jam into hot jars, leaving 1/4th inch headspace. Adjust two-piece caps. Process 10 minutes in a boiling water canner.
Yield: about 6 half-pints.