Quick Strawberry Jam

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Yield:
Makes 1 3/4 cups

Making your own strawberry jam is as easy as one-two-three. The only ingredients you need to make this recipe are whole, hulled strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. For a quick breakfast or snack, toast slices of country-style bread and top with ricotta cheese and a dollop of jam.

Ingredients

  • 1 quart hulled strawberries

  • ½ cup sugar

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Directions

  1. In a food processor, process strawberries until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a large skillet and stir in sugar and lemon juice. Cook over medium-high, stirring frequently, until jam is thickened and bubbles completely cover surface, 9 to 10 minutes. Transfer jam to a jar and let cool to room temperature. (To store, seal jar and refrigerate, up to 10 days).

    Easy Strawberry Jam
Originally appeared: Everyday Food, June 2009

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