Strawberry jam for winter
Description
Homemade preserves keep for a long time. The smell and taste of this familiar childhood preserve instantly whet your appetite. Want to treat yourself to a delicacy? Then here’s an excellent option. Serve at the table or store in the pantry.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To make strawberry jam for winter at home, you need very little. First, wash the berries under running water. If time permits, it's better to soak them in a container of water so that all dust or dirt comes off. Then drain the berries in a colander so the excess water runs off.
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Step 2
2. The next step is to remove the stems from the strawberries. If the berries are small, this will take some time. At the same time, sort through the berries so that rotten or spoiled ones do not end up in the jam.
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Step 3
3. A classic winter strawberry jam recipe calls for using the same amount of sugar as berries, i.e., in a 1:1 ratio. If the berries are well ripe and sweet, you can reduce the amount slightly.
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Step 4
4. Leave the sugared berries for about 1 hour. When they release their juice, place them over heat and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and let cool completely (about 4–5 hours). Then bring to a boil again, stirring constantly.
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Step 5
5. Sterilize the jars and lids. Pour the hot jam into the jars and seal. Let cool upside down, then store in a dark place. That's the entire simple strawberry jam recipe for winter.