The Orchards of Concklin is a family-run farm since 1712. Viviane Bauquet Farre uses their super flavorful peaches to make a jam with lemon balm and Marc de Bourgogne. It’s a delicious jam with brioche, but downright superb with a cheese tray. Here you also learn how to make jam without pectin.
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