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Strawberry Jam

Strawberry Jam

Delightfully sweet and easy-to-make homemade Strawberry Jam, perfect for spreading on bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Spread
Cuisine American
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 37 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mason jar
  • potato masher
  • Candy thermometer
  • Long-handle non-metal spoon

Ingredients
  

Fruits

  • 2 lbs strawberries halved

Sweeteners

  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar 250g

Acid

  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice 30mL

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Prep the strawberries by washing, hulling, and roughly chopping.
  • Add the chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a large pot. Place over medium-high heat.
  • Stirring frequently, bring the berries to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low to keep the berries at a simmer.
  • Let the jam simmer for about 45 minutes, frequently stirring, until thick and reaching 220F.
  • Check readiness by adding a small drop to a frozen plate. Adjust consistency as desired.
  • When done, pour the jam into a mason jar and chill overnight.
  • Serve on french bread or scones.

Notes

Choose red and fragrant strawberries. Avoid molded ones. Consider adding lemon zest for extra flavor or herbs for an herbal twist. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Sterilize jars to prevent bacteria growth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 9.5gPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 9.3gVitamin C: 6.6mg
Keyword condiment, Fruit Spread, Homemade Jam, Jam Recipe, Preserves, Strawberry Jam
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