Strawberry Jam

Ingredients

• 2 lbs strawberries (900g, halved)
• 1¼ cup granulated sugar (250g)
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (30mL)

Steps

1. 1

   Prep the strawberries by washing, hulling, and roughly chopping.

2. 2

   Add the chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a large pot. Place over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Stirring frequently, bring the berries to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low to keep the berries at a simmer. (If it boils too hard it can overflow the pot, so reduce the heat more, if needed.)

4. 4

   Let the jam simmer for about 45 minutes, frequently stirring, until the jam is thick and syrupy and reaches 220F on a candy thermometer.

5. 5

   Check to see if it's ready by adding a small drop to the frozen plate. Return it to the freezer. After a few minutes, check the consistency. Remove the jam from the heat if it's thickened to your liking or continue simmering until desired consistency.

6. 6

   When it’s done, pour the jam into a mason jar and chill overnight.

7. 7

   Serve on french bread or scones.