Best Simple Traditional Strawberry Jam Recipes

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STRAWBERRY JAM



Strawberry Jam image

This is by far the easiest recipe I have found for strawberry jam without using a pectin. The jam is soft, spreadable and delicious.

Provided by Katharine

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled
4 cups white sugar
ΒΌ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a wide bowl, crush strawberries in batches until you have 4 cups of mashed berry. In a heavy bottomed saucepan, mix together the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir over low heat until the sugar is dissolved. Increase heat to high, and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil. Boil, stirring often, until the mixture reaches 220 degrees F (105 degrees C). Transfer to hot sterile jars, leaving 1/4 to 1/2 inch headspace, and seal. Process in a water bath. If the jam is going to be eaten right away, don't bother with processing, and just refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

CLASSIC STRAWBERRY JAM



Classic Strawberry Jam image

This is a classic Canadian recipe. Simple and delicious. It's not thick, like pectin-based jams, but I think it's truer to the fruit and more delicious. Try it with Recipe #62942 - perfect pairing. ETA: Many people have asked me why this recipe contains butter. The butter prevents the jam from foaming while you're cooking it - the foam is unattractive and spoils the appearance of the jam. Adding a little butter eliminates this problem.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Strawberry

Time 40m

Yield 6 pint jars (approximately)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 lbs fresh strawberries, washed and hulled (about 9 cups)
4 cups sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring strawberries up to a simmer over medium-low heat, mashing roughly with a potato masher or flat spoon.
  • Add sugar and lemon juice, stir, and bring up to a simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add butter and bring to a vigorous boil, stirring often, and cook for 10 to 20 minutes, periodically measuring the viscosity of the jam by dabbing a spoonful onto a plate and tipping the plate.
  • Once the jam slows its drip down the plate (it should no longer run like a syrup), remove from heat and skim off foam.
  • Fill jars that have been washed, rinsed, dried and boiled in a pot of water for 3 minutes to 1/4 inch from the top.
  • Fasten lids securely and boil jars in a vat of water (be sure jars are completely submerged) for 15 minutes.
  • Remove jars with tongs and let cool upright.
  • Check for secure seals on jars (lid should not spring when touched) and store in a cool place away from light for up to a year.
  • Any jars that do not achieve a proper seal should be refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6, Fat 0.7, Sodium 3.7, Carbohydrate 151.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 144.5, Protein 1.6

STRAWBERRY JAM



Strawberry Jam image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time P1DT1h10m

Yield Eight 8-ounce jars of jam

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 cups hulled and mashed strawberries
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, strained
One 49-gram package powdered fruit pectin
7 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Place the mason jars in a large hot water bath canner (or pot). Cover with water and bring to a simmer. Simmer the center lids in separate saucepan full of water.
  • Place the mashed strawberries and lemon juice in a separate pot. Stir in the pectin until dissolved. Bring the strawberries to a strong boil.
  • Add the sugar (measure beforehand so you can add it all at once), and then return the mixture to a full (violent) boil that can't be stirred down. Boil hard for 1 minute 15 seconds. Skim foam off the top.
  • Remove one jar at a time from the simmering water. Pour water back into the pot. Using a wide-mouth funnel, fill each jar with jam, being careful to keep the liquid/fruit ratio consistent. Fill the jars so that they have 1/4-inch of space at the top. Run a knife down the side of the jar to get rid of air bubbles. Wipe the rim of the jar with a wet cloth to remove any residue or stickiness.
  • Remove the center lid from the simmering water and position it on top. Put screw bands on jars, but do not over tighten! Repeat with all the jars, and then place the jars on a canning rack and lower into the water. Place the lid on the canner, and then bring the water to a full boil. Boil hard for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and allow the jars to remain in the hot water for an addition 5 minutes. Remove the jars from the water using a jar lifter, and allow them to sit undisturbed for 24 hours.
  • After 24 hours, remove the screw bands and check the seal of the jars. The center lids should have no give whatsoever. If any seals are compromised, store those jars in the fridge. Otherwise, fill your pantry with your newly canned goodness.

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