🍓 Strawberry Jam
Strawberry jam is a sweet, spreadable preserve made from strawberries, sugar, and sometimes pectin. It’s perfect for toast, pastries, or as a dessert topping.
🥘 Ingredients (Makes ~2 cups)
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: 1 tsp pectin (for thicker jam)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare strawberries: Wash, hull, and chop strawberries.
- Cook fruit and sugar: In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Simmer: Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens (~20–30 minutes).
- Test for consistency: Place a small spoonful on a cold plate. If it gels and holds shape, it’s ready.
- Jar: Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, seal, and let cool.
- Store: Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or process in a water bath for longer shelf life.
💡 Tips
- For a smoother jam, mash strawberries with a potato masher or blend slightly.
- Add a splash of vanilla extract or a few chopped mint leaves for flavor variations.
- Reduce sugar slightly for a less sweet, more natural fruit taste.
If you want, I can give a quick 10-minute strawberry jam recipe that doesn’t require pectin.
Do you want me to share that quick version?
