How to Make Homemade Jam (No Pectin)

By Feelgoodfoodie · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Put 3 small plates in the freezer for testing the jam later.
2. Combine the 1 pound fruit, 3/4 cup sugar and 3 tablespoons lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed non-reactive saucepan over medium heat.
3. Mash the fruit with a potato masher or large fork to break it down.
4. Once the sugar has dissolved, turn the heat to high and cook until thickened, stirring often, about 15-20 minutes.
5. To test, put a small amount of jam on a frozen plate and let it cool briefly. Run a spoon or finger through it: if it leaves a clean-edged line that does not drip, it is ready. If the line runs back together, cook a few minutes more.
6. Turn off the heat and spoon the jam into 2 clean 8-ounce mason jars. Let it cool, then refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

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