Cooked Strawberry Jam

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Bright, ruby-red preserve with a perfect balance of sweet berries and tart lemon zest
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This classic cooked strawberry jam captures the essence of summer in every jar. Made with fresh, ripe strawberries, a squeeze of lemon juice, and powdered pectin, it offers a glossy, spreadable consistency that holds its shape beautifully. The flavor is intensely fruity yet balanced, avoiding excessive sweetness thanks to the natural acidity of the fruit. It pairs wonderfully with warm toast, yogurt, or as a filling for pastries. This recipe is ideal for preserving the harvest, making thoughtful gifts, or simply enjoying a taste of home throughout the year. The process is straightforward, requiring just a kettle and some patience to achieve that perfect set.

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Cooked Strawberry Jam

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 2173.7

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This classic cooked strawberry jam captures the essence of summer in every jar. Made with fresh, ripe strawberries, a squeeze of lemon juice, and powdered pectin, it offers a glossy, spreadable consistency that holds its shape beautifully. The flavor is intensely fruity yet balanced, avoiding excessive sweetness thanks to the natural acidity of the fruit. It pairs wonderfully with warm toast, yogurt, or as a filling for pastries. This recipe is ideal for preserving the harvest, making thoughtful gifts, or simply enjoying a taste of home throughout the year. The process is straightforward, requiring just a kettle and some patience to achieve that perfect set.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash, hull, and halve the strawberries.
  2. Crush the berries in layers until you have 5 3/4 cups, then transfer to a 6-quart kettle.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice thoroughly.
  4. Add the powdered pectin and stir constantly for several minutes until completely dissolved.
  5. Scrape down the sides of the pan and break up any remaining pectin lumps.
  6. Place the kettle on high heat and bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
  7. Gradually add the sugar while stirring, then add the butter.
  8. Return the mixture to a full rolling boil that cannot be stirred down.
  9. Boil hard for exactly 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  10. Remove the kettle from the heat immediately.
  11. Skim any foam from the surface.
  12. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, wiping the rims clean.
  13. Apply hot lids and screw bands, tightening until resistance is met.
  14. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
  15. Begin timing once the water returns to a full boil.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2173.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.3g1%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.7mg1%
Sodium 7.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 561.1g188%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 560.3g
Protein 0.1g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: strawberry, jam, preserve, pectin, lemon, sugar, berries, canning, sweet, fruit, breakfast, spread, homemade, summer, gift, dessert, vegetarian, easy, traditional
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