Cornelian cherry jam
Description
A simple way to make preserves ahead of time. Making cornelian cherry jam at home is quite simple. In terms of flavor, it is no different from the raspberry or strawberry jams that many people love. This is an excellent preserve option that pairs wonderfully with tea or can be used as a filling for pies, for example. The preserve is ready for winter storage.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, sort through the cornelian cherries, removing any bad berries, and wash them thoroughly. Drain in a colander so the excess liquid can drain off. Prepare the sugar. The amount can vary depending on your taste preferences.
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Step 2
2. For the syrup, bring water to a boil in a deep saucepan and gradually add the sugar so it dissolves evenly. The kizil jam recipe calls for concentrated syrup.
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Step 3
3. When all the sugar has dissolved, you can add the cornelian cherries to the saucepan and remove from heat. Leave the berries in the syrup for at least 5–6 hours. The ideal option is to leave them overnight.
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Step 4
4. After that, bring the berries in syrup to a boil and simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Step 5
5. Meanwhile, you can prepare the jars. Wash them thoroughly, sterilize them, and dry them. At home, pour the cornelian cherry jam into the jars while it is still hot, seal the lids, wrap the jars, and turn them upside down. If you like, you can eat this jam right away without canning it for storage.