Strawberry Jam

This delicious Strawberry Jam combines fresh strawberries with sugar and lemon juice for a delightful treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Chilling Time 8

Total Time 9

Course Condiment

Cuisine American

Servings tablespoons

Calories 37 kcal

Equipment

large pot
candy thermometer
mason jar
long-handle non-metal spoon
Potato masher

Ingredients

2 lbs strawberries halved
1.25 cups granulated sugar 250g
2 tablespoon lemon juice 30mL

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 the jam is thick and syrupy and reaches 220F on a candy thermometer.
Check the consistency by adding a small drop to a frozen plate. Remove from heat if thickened to your liking.
When it’s done, pour the jam into a mason jar and chill overnight.
Serve on French bread or scones.

Notes

Choose red and fragrant strawberries. Avoid any that are molded. For flavor variations, consider adding lemon zest or fresh herbs. Stir frequently and sterilize jars before use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 9.5gPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 9.3gVitamin C: 6.6mg

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