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Classic Strawberry Jam

This is a classic canadian recipe. simple and delicious. it's not thick, like pectin-based jams, but i think it's truer to the fruit and more delicious. try it with recipe #62942 - perfect pairing. eta: many people have asked me why this recipe contains butter. the butter prevents the jam from foaming while you're cooking it - the foam is unattractive and spoils the appearance of the jam. adding a little butter eliminates this problem.

Steps

In a large saucepan , bring strawberries up to a simmer over medium-low heat , mashing roughly with a potato masher or flat spoon.
Add sugar and lemon juice , stir , and bring up to a simmer for 2 minutes.
Add butter and bring to a vigorous boil , stirring often , and cook for 10 to 20 minutes , periodically measuring the viscosity of the jam by dabbing a spoonful onto a plate and.
Once the jam slows its drip down the plate , remove from heat and skim off foam.
Fill jars that have been washed , rinsed , dried and boiled in a pot of water for 3 minutes to 1 / 4 inch from the top.
Fasten lids securely and boil jars in a vat of water for 15 minutes.
Remove jars with tongs and let cool upright.
Check for secure seals on jars and store in a cool place away from light for up to a year.
Any jars that do not achieve a proper seal should be refrigerated.

Ingredients

fresh strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, unsalted butter