[kklibrarian]

This one for peach butter is one I developed on my own. You can put the peaches in a processor or blender if you want them really smooth. I like mine chunky so I just chop them up fine and let them cook down.

18 - 20 medium peaches
3 cups or so sugar or honey (can do this with either and the amount depends on how sweet your peaches are)

Wash peaches. Plunge peaches into boiling water for 30 seconds. Then plunge into a large bowl of ice water. This loosens the skins. Peel and pit peaches. Chop peaches into small pieces over a bowl to save the run-off juices or pulse in a food processor.

Place peaches in a large pot and add 2 cups of sugar or honey. Turn stove top to medium/low and cook the mixture slowly. Add sugar/honey to taste and press peaches with the back of a wooden spoon to further crush. Stir regularly to prevent sticking/scorching. Cook until the liquid cooks out and mixture appears more firm. It takes about 45 minutes to an hour of solid cooking.

Ladle mixture into prepared jars. Place lids and secure rings on jars. Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water canner.