Lemon Jam with Zest
Description
A simple way to put food by for later. I think practically every homemaker makes some kind of winter preserves, and since the time when various vegetables and fruits ripen is coming very soon, I suggest you make lemon jam with zest. This citrus is very healthy, but not many people can eat it fresh; yet few would turn down fragrant jam, and even children will gladly enjoy such a treat. So if you care about your health and want to have an excellent, tasty remedy ready for winter, I will gladly tell you how to can lemon jam with zest. Moreover, this jam has a nicely balanced sweet taste; it is perfect for various baked goods, and it is also very good simply with a slice of bread or a bun. Serve it at the table or store it in the pantry.
Instructions
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Step 1
To begin with, of course, wash the lemons thoroughly and prepare the remaining ingredients.
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Step 2
Now peel the lemons; you won't need most of the peel—use only the zest from two lemons and cut it into thin strips. Slice the lemons and remove the seeds.
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Step 3
Place the peel in a saucepan and cover with water. Put it on the heat and boil for 10 minutes, then drain the water, cover the peel with fresh water, and boil again for 10 minutes; repeat once more — the peel should be boiled 3 times in total.
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Step 4
Then take another saucepan, a larger one, and add the boiled peel and lemon slices. Add the sugar and pour in water (200 g). Add sugar in a 1:1 ratio to the combined weight of the peeled lemons and the boiled peel, so weigh them before putting them in the saucepan. Once everything is measured and in the pot, place the saucepan over low heat and simmer the lemons for 30 minutes.
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Step 5
Transfer the finished jam into sterilized jars, seal them with lids, turn them upside down, and cover with a blanket; leave the jars like this for a day, then move them to a cool place. When the jam cools, it will thicken slightly and the consistency will become similar to jelly. So in winter, all you will need to do is open a jar of this delicious treat and enjoy its wonderful flavor.