Mango Jam

Ingredients

• 2 cups diced mangoes (about 2 large)
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps

1. 1

   Hold the mangoes standing and with a knife, cut from the top down on one side of the pit to separate flesh. Repeat on other side. Using a spoon, scoop flesh and coarsely chop. Scrape flesh from pits, if any. Discard pits.

2. 2

   In a pot, combine mango, sugar, and lemon juice. Mash to a smooth or chunky consistency using an immersion blender or potato masher.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil until sugar dissolves. Continue to cook at a rolling boil for about 3 to 5 minutes or until the mixture thickens.

4. 4

   To check for doneness, use the "parting the sea" technique by transferring a teaspoonful onto a small dish and refrigerate for about 1 minute. Run your finger in the middle of jam. If it remains open and does not flow back together, it is ready.

5. 5

   Transfer mango jam to jars while hot. Allow to cool before sealing completely and store in refrigerator.