Easy Strawberry Jam
Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Time 35 min
This simple jam is full of fresh strawberry flavor and extremely versatile: try it spread on toast or pancakes, over oatmeal or yogurt, or as a warm topping for ice cream. Don't feel obligated to add any of the optional flavors, but if one of our suggestions strikes your fancy don't hesitate: You'll be in for a treat.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries, hulled
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- Optional flavorings:
- 2 slices lemon, seeds removed
- or
- 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled and cut into four pieces
- or
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Method
Place strawberries in a food processor and pulse until just coarsely chopped, or chop them roughly with a knife.
Place in a medium saucepan and add sugar and any flavoring you'd like.
Cover and cook over medium heat until sugar melts and berries soften and release some of their liquid, 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Uncover, lower heat, and simmer until the berries begin to fall apart and the mixture is thickened and no longer watery, 12 to 15 minutes.
Serve warm, or cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Discard any flavoring ingredients before serving or storing if you wish, or just leave them in for an added boost of flavor.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 2 tablespoons, 30 calories (0 from fat), 0g total fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 0mg sodium, 8g carbohydrates (1g dietary fiber, 7g sugar), 0g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries, hulled
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- Optional flavorings:
- 2 slices lemon, seeds removed
- or
- 1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled and cut into four pieces
- or
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary