My mom explained that this jam was so easy to make, and all you have to do is follow the directions on the Sure-Jell packet. As soon as I got home, I did so and the jam I made was amazing - but I was shocked at how much sugar was in it! Seriously - it was like 2 cups of strawberries to 4 cups sugar! No wonder I liked it so much.
I did a little research, and found that Sure-Jell makes a less sugar solution. I made a batch of it for comparison's sake, only to find out that it tasted even better! The taste of the strawberries came through brightly, and it was such a fresh and slightly sweet sensation. I was hooked.
Needless to say, we have worked our way through this jam quickly. And I'm kinda bummed, because its winter and the strawberries are expensive now. Though in-season strawberries are usually preferable - off-season strawberries work great too! Slightly under-ripe fruit has more pectin, and it makes this jam set-up beautifully.
Strawberry Freezer Jam
Recipe from Kraft Recipes
Ingredients:
- 4 pt. Strawberries
- 3 cups sugar, measured into separate bowl
- 1 box SURE-JELL For Less or No Sugar Needed Recipes Premium Fruit Pectin
- 1 cup water
Directions:
- Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water; you'll need about 8 - 1 cup containers. Dry thoroughly.
- Crush strawberries thoroughly, one layer at a time. Measure exactly 4 cups crushed strawberries into large bowl.
- Mix sugar and pectin in large saucepan. Stir in water. Bring to boil on medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add strawberries; stir 1 minute or until well blended.
- Fill all containers immediately to within 1/2 inch 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. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.
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