Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
4.5 cup

Blueberries or Huckleberries

Washed

1 unit

Fruit Pectin

Measured

7 cup

Sugar

Measured

1 unit

Lemon

Juiced and Zested

Step 1
~3 min

Wash the blueberries or huckleberries thoroughly.

Step 2
~3 min

Crush the berries.

Step 3
~3 min

Add lemon juice to the crushed berries.

Step 4
~3 min

Add the grated rind of 1/2 lemon.

Step 5
~3 min

Add sugar to the berry mixture.

Step 6
~3 min

Mix the ingredients thoroughly.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat the mixture rapidly to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly.

Step 8
~3 min

Continue stirring constantly before and while boiling.

Step 9
~3 min

Boil hard for 2 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove from the heat and stir in the fruit pectin.

Step 11
~3 min

Skim off any foam or scum.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Sterilize jars properly before filling to ensure proper preservation.

Use a candy thermometer to ensure the jam reaches the correct setting point.

Adjust the amount of sugar to taste based on the sweetness of the berries.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made well in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with scones and clotted cream

Use as a filling for thumbprint cookies

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cream cheese
Peanut butter
Toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Common homemade preserve

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Snack
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100

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