Fresh Strawberry Jam

30 minutes

1-2 pints or small jar

This strawberry jam is super easy, ready in under 30 minutes with only 5 minutes of prep work. Great way to use leftover strawberries. Without pectin or preservatives, homemade is always better.

Directions

Combine the sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over very low heat for 5 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the strawberries and continue to cook over medium low heat for 20 minutes, until the strawberries release their juices and the mixture boils slowly.
Mash with potato masher until desired consistency.
The jam should coat the back of a spoon. And when you run your finger through the center, it should stay separated.
Pour carefully into 2-pint canning jars and let it come to room temperature before refrigerating. Keep refrigerated.
Lasts 3-4 weeks.

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped, about 2 pounds
1 1 /4 cup sugar
1 lemon zest
1 lemon juice, about 2 -3 tablespoons