Strawberry Daiquiri Jam


From the book 175 best james, jellies, marmalades & other soft spreads, by linda j. Amendt.

Steps


Prepare canning and jar lids and bring water in the canning bath to a boil.
In an 8-quart stainless steel pot , combine strawberries , pineapple , lime juice and rum.
Gradually stir in sugar and butter.
Bring to a boil over medium hear , stirring constantly until sugar is completely dissolved.
Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a full rolling boil , stirring constantly.
Stir in pectin.
Return to a full rolling boil , stirring constantly and boil for 1 minute best to use a timer).
Remove pot from heat and skim off any foam.
Let jam cool in the pot for 5 minutes , stirring occasionally.
Ladle hot jam into hot jars , leaving a 1 / 4 inch headspace.
Remove any air bubbles.
Wipe jar rims and thread with a clean , damp paper towel.
Center hot lids on jars and screw on bands until finger.
Place jars in canner , making sure they are covered by at least an inch of water.
Cover and bring to a gentle boil , process 4-oz jars and 8-oz jars for 10 minutes.
Process 1-pint jar.

Ingredients


strawberries, crushed pineapple, lime juice, rum, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, liquid pectin