Sunday, May 18, 2008

Strawberry Freezer Jam


2 C crushed strawberries
4 C sugar,
3/4 C water
1 box Sure Jell fruit pectin
Rinse clean 5 1 cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. Stem and crush strawberries thoroughly, 1 cup at a time. Measuring exactly 2 cups prepared fruit into a large bowl. Stir in sugar. Let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix water and pectin in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil on high heat, stirring constantly. continue boiling and stirring 1 minute. Add to fruit mixture; stir 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and no longer grainy. A few sugar crystals may remain. Fill all containers to within 1/2" of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. jam is now ready to use.

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