Directions
- 1Wash the strawberries.
- 2Remove the stems from the strawberries using a paring knife, pulling carefully to minimize waste.
- 3Quarter the strawberries.
- 4Place the quartered strawberries into a 6-quart pot.
- 5Add 2 and a half cups of sugar to the pot.
- 6Roll half a lemon to loosen its juice, then zest it.
- 7Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the pot to brighten the flavor.
- 8Smash the ingredients in the pot.
- 9Cook the mixture over medium heat, bringing it to a bubble.
- 10Continue to cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking, until the jam is reduced by half.
- 11Remove the pot from the heat.
- 12Skim and remove any foam from the jam.
- 13Add the lemon zest to the jam and stir.
- 14Let the jam set for 30 minutes until cold.
- 15Store the jam in the refrigerator with a tight-fitted lid for a couple of months, or can it for longer storage.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs freshly picked strawberries
- 2.5 cups sugar
- 0.5 lemon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Equipment
paring knife6 quart pot
Tips
- To loosen the juice from a lemon, roll it before zesting.
- Do not walk away while the jam is cooking, as it could boil over.
- Do not let the jam stick to the bottom of the pot.
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