Lemon Berry Mix Up Freezer Jam

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Found this yummy jam on the ball canning website. Would be great with fresh or frozen fruit. This would be a nice gift to give someone!! Also a fun recipe to let your kids help with - my daughter loves to smash the berries up and help with stirring! enjoy!

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Steps

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Remove berries from bags and place in a large bowl.

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Thaw berries in the refrigerator until soft enough to crush , but some ice crystals still remain.

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Crush berries with a potato masher.

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Measure 4 cups crushed berries.

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Set aside.

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Combine freezer jam pectin and sugar in a medium bowl , stirring to evenly blend.

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Add crushed berries and lemon zest.

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Stir for 3 minutes.

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Serve immediately , if desired.

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For longer storage , ladle jam into clean freezer jars , leaving 1 / 2-inch headspace.

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Apply lids.

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Let stand until thickened , about 30 minutes.

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Refrigerate up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 1 year.

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Yield: five 8-ounce jars.

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Ingredients

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freezer jam pectin, sugar, frozen unsweetened mixed berries, lemon, zest of