Blueberry Spread
Description
This blueberry spread made with fresh berries is a real treat. Slather it onto your favorite muffins or quickbread, fresh and hot from the oven.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh blueberries
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3/4 cup water, divided
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
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3 tablespoons white sugar
Directions
1
In a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, combine blueberries, 1/2 cup water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
2
Meanwhile, soak gelatin in 1/4 cup cold water.
3
Remove blueberries from the heat and stir in gelatin and sugar. Pour into hot, sterilized jars and seal. Cool for 12 hours, then store in the refrigerator.