Ingredients
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- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 packet pectin
Instructions
- Combine the strawberries, jalapeno, sugar, and lemon juice in a large pot. Stir well and let sit for about 10 minutes.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Add the pectin and continue to boil for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until the jam thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars.
- Seal and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or can it for longer storage.
Notes
For a thicker jam, let it boil a little longer before removing from heat. Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg