Jalapeño Strawberry Jam
Description
This jalapeño-strawberry jam combines sweet strawberries with mildly spicy jalapeño peppers. Keep a few jars for yourself, and share the rest with friends.
Ingredients
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4 cups crushed strawberries
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1 cup minced jalapeno peppers
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1 (2 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin
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7 cups white sugar
Directions
1
Inspect eight 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
2
Bring strawberries, jalapeños, lemon juice, and pectin to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Stir in sugar, return to a boil, and cook for 1 minute.
3
Pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
4
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
5
Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.