Name: Classic Strawberry Jam recipe by Amrita Iyer at BetterButter
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: 1 kg fresh and firm Strawberries(Washed and Hulled); 1 kg granulated sugar; Juice of 2 Lemons; 1 tsp Butter

ABOUT Classic Strawberry Jam RECIPE

Now this is a different and the most common recipe which is why the name – Classic Strawberry Jam.This recipe originated in England in the late 1700’s and has been made ever since.This jam is essentially used with all kinds of breads,buns,to sandwich cakes and also had with scones.This being the season of strawberries in Mumbai I wanted to make this jam and have a treat for Mondays and Thursdays when we have freshly baked bread for breakfast.The recipe involves ingredients you get and use everyday at home and very simple to prepare.

Instructions

Quarter the Strawberries and place in a large cooking pot with the lemon juice and sugar.Mix well and heat on the lowest for 15-20 minutes till the fruit is very soft.
Take a potato masher and mash the fruit in the boiling jam for 5-6 minutes till the strawberries are disintegrated but can be seen in the liquid.
After another 5 minutes of cooking add the butter and raise the heat and boil rapidly till the jam reaches setting point?.See notes
Take off heat and cover the pot with a clean kitchen towel and let it come to room temperature.
Spoon into clean glass jars and close tightly.Use clean spoons while using and keep it covered and refrigerated for longer shelf life.Use as needed.

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