Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Blackberry Jam

Diana's recipe is very easy and very good. The jam tends to end up fairly runny--so it's good for pancakes, French toast, homemade ice cream and blintzes.


Blackberries (raspberries or nectarberries can be used as well)

Sugar

Twist-top jars and canning lids


Pick and wash blackberries then put them into a saucepan and add sugar to taste. Cook briefly on high heat then turn down to medium until jam thickens and begins to bubble (about 10-15 minutes once it comes to a boil). Don't overcook--it makes the jam sticky and burnt tasting. Heat twist-top jars in 200ยบ oven and lids in a shallow pot of boiling water (with a spoonful of bleach to ensure a good seal). Pour hot jam into a hot jar then quickly put the lid and ring on (not too tight). Turn jar upside down on a towel to cool for a good seal. If the lid is slightly depressed on top when the jam has cooled, it has sealed properly. Repeat with other jars.


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