Homemade Jam
A delightful homemade jam made from fresh fruits, sugar, and lemon juice that captures the essence of seasonal flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Global
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries)
- Sugar (adjust to preference)
- Lemon Juice
- Pectin (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash and hull your chosen fruit, cutting them into small pieces (10-15 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Mix the fruit, sugar, and lemon juice in a large pot and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Mixture: Place the pot on medium heat, stirring regularly until it bubbles (20-30 minutes).
- Check the Consistency: Test the jam halfway through cooking; if needed, continue for another 5-10 minutes.
- Jar Your Jam: Pour hot jam into sterilized jars leaving space at the top. Seal while hot.
- Cool and Store: Allow jars to cool completely before storing in the refrigerator or pantry.
Notes
Experiment with flavors by combining different fruits or using natural sweeteners for a low-calorie version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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