Merlot and Blueberry Jam
Place a medium pot over medium heat and add in two tbsp of olive oil. when the pot is hot, add the onions and garlic. Cook while stirring until tender (roughly 3-5 minutes). Next add in the peaches, honey, Sauvignon Blanc and water. gently simmer for 15 minutes or until the peaches are tender.
Mix together the corn starch and cold water until it forms a smooth paste. Whisk in lime juice, chopped thyme and corn starch mixture and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Merlot and Blueberry Jam
Wash the blueberries in cold water and be sure all stems are removed. Place a large pot over medium heat and ad Merlot, sugar and vanilla. Bring to simmer and add blueberries. Cook until the berries just begin to burst ( roughly 15 minutes)
Mix cornstarch with cold water into a paste in a small bowl. Pour into the simmering berries and stir immediately.
Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, then pour into prepared (sterilized jars).