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Strawberry Jam

By Susan Herrmann Loomis

2.8

(5)

You may add 1/4 cup of lemon juice to this jam, right at the end, to give it a tart edge that sets off the flavor of the strawberries.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 5 cups (1.25 liters)

Ingredients

3 pounds strawberries, stemmed, and quartered if large
3 pounds sugar

Preparation

  1. Place the strawberries and the sugar in a large, stainless steel kettle. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Shake the pan to blend the ingredients, reduce the heat so the mixture simmers merrily, and continue cooking until the jam jells medium-firm, shaking the pan occasionally, about 40 minutes.Remove from the heat and sterilize according to jar manufacturer's instructions.

TagsJamSpreadsCondimentDessertStrawberryBerryFruitNut FreeGluten FreeDairy FreeVeganVegetarianEasyMake Ahead5 Ingredients or FewerPickle & PreserveSummer
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