Homemade Strawberry Jam

 

Hi Friends!  I thought it was about time to share our recipe for Homemade Strawberry Jam.

When I took the girls strawberry picking a few weeks ago we chatted about trying to make jam so we made it happen!

I feel like picking berries is a quintessential New England Summer activity.  How about you?  Maybe it is just a summer activity here in the U.S?  Please weigh in from your area!  Would love to know if you pick berries or even any kind of fruit during the summer months.

Anyway, here we go.  Now keep in mind, as I read and researched, I learned that the best way to make jam is in small batches.  That is how it comes out tasting and looking the best.  I mean seriously, the color is gorgeous!

Here is what you will need


Ingredients

 
1 lb. fresh strawberries, washed and hulled
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, add the strawberries, sugar and lemon juice. Stir well to dissolve the sugar. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. You will notice the strawberries start to feel mushy and the juice coming out.

 

 

Cook the strawberry mixture over medium low heat. Stir continuously and slowly bring the mixture to a boil. The mixture will get foamy. Continue to boil for about 15 minutes, or until the jam starts to thicken and its internal temperature reaches 220 F. A digital thermometer is very helpful to get the quick measurement. You will also notice the foam disappear at this point.


 
 Turn off the heat and keep stirring to cool it down a bit. Pour the jam into a mason jar and allow to cool down to room temperature. Seal the jar and store in the refrigerator






 Highly recommend!  Not only is the end product delicious but making it is so much fun :)