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Cherry Jam

A sweet and tangy cherry jam perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 4 cups fresh cherries pitted and halved
Sugar
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
Acid
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Pectin
  • 1 package pectin for making jam

Method
 

Prepare the Cherries
  1. Wash the cherries thoroughly, remove the pits, and halve them.
Cook the Jam
  1. In a saucepan, combine the cherries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  3. Once boiling, add the pectin and continue to boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Jar the Jam
  1. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool slightly.
  2. Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving some space at the top.
  3. Seal the jars and let them cool completely at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 10mg

Notes

Store the jam in a cool, dark place. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within a few weeks.

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