Wash, hull fruit.

Put in a large saucepan with water. Cover & let sit over night.

In the morning place 2 metal spoons in the freezer.

Place pan on stove, start heating on high.

Add sugar, mix & bring to boil.

Add vanilla.

Boil about 45 minutes to 1 hour on high.

After 45 minutes, place a little bit on the frozen spoon & put back in freezer for 3 minutes.

Check your spoon, it should be neither hot or cold.

Tip spoon- if it runs, boil another 5 minutes. Check again on the other spoon.

It's cooked enough when it doesn't slide off.

Turn off heat- let sit 5 minutes.

Pour into sterilized jars- refrigerate overnight.

Makes about 12-15 ounces.