Fresh Strawberry Jam Recipe

Posted by Grandma Jeanne on August 14, 2006

4-1/2 cups crushed fresh strawberries (wash and stem before crushing)
1 box (1-3/4 ounce) powdered fruit pectin
7 cups sugar

In 3 quart casserole, place berries and pectin.

Stir well. Cover

Microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes, until mixture is at a full rolling boil.

Add sugar to boiling mixture and stir well.

Microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring after 5 minutes, until mixture reaches a full rolling boil.

Then, time for 1 minute of boiling.

Skim off foam with metal spoon, stirring jam about 5 minutes before ladling into prepared glasses.

Seal.

Makes about 8 cups.

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