Strawberry Jam for Winter
Description
Winter preserve made at home. This jam keeps very well in a dark, cool place and even in an apartment pantry. Choose firm, fully ripe berries with no signs of spoilage. Strawberries for jam are best picked in dry weather, as there will be less liquid. If the berries do not release juice during steeping, add a little water; this will help prevent the sugar from burning at first. The jam turns out dark, with whole firm berries and a delightful aroma.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients for making strawberry jam for the winter.
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Step 2
Sort through the berries, removing any spoiled ones, rinse them, drain in a sieve, and let all the water drain off completely.
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Step 3
Remove the green part from the berries.
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Step 4
Place the strawberries in a cooking pot, sprinkling with sugar as you go.
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Step 5
Leave the berries with the sugar at room temperature for 12 hours so the berries release their juice.
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Step 6
Place the bowl of berries over low heat and bring to a boil, stirring gently and skimming off any foam that forms. Remove the bowl of jam from the heat and let cool completely.
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Step 7
Again, place the jam over low heat and bring to a boil. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat. Cool the jam and let it stand for 6 hours.
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Step 8
Sterilize the jam jars using any convenient method, turn them upside down on a clean towel, and let them dry. No moisture should remain inside. Boil the metal lids for 10 minutes and place them near the jars to dry.
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Step 9
Place the pot of strawberry jam over low heat and bring to a boil. Cook the jam until thickened and distribute among the prepared jars. Seal tightly with the prepared lids, turn upside down, and leave until completely cooled.
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Step 10
Enjoy your preserves!