Strawberry Jam (Sure-Set Jams)

2 kg (4 1/2 lb) approximately.

Rating (31 ratings)

Ingredients

1 kg (2 1/4 lb) Siúcra Sure-Set jam Sugar
1 kg (2 1/4 lb) Strawberry prepared, fresh or frozen
Juice of one lemon, if desired

Instructions

Hull and wash the strawberries and drain well. Put into a large saucepan and mash or crush (a liquidiser may be used if available). Lemon juice may be added now, if liked.

Add the Sure-Set and heat stirring until it is dissolved, then bring to the boil and boil vigorously for 4 minutes. (See 'Adding Sure-Set' for details on boiling and timing).

Allow to cool for a few minutes, stir to distribute the fruit, then pot and cover in the usual way; label and date. (See 'Potting and covering' for details).

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