Simple Berry Jam

📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Preserves A simple, rustic berry jam recipe that requires minimal ingredients and a slow setting process. Perfect for spreading on toast or pairing with morning pastries.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
5 mins9 mins24 hours4 cups

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
4 cupsBerriesFresh or frozen
2 tbspVinegarStandard white or apple cider
4 cupsSugarGranulated

Instructions

Step 1: Initial Boil

  1. Combine 4 cups berries and 2 tbsp vinegar in a saucepan.
  2. Boil for 3 minutes until the berries begin to break down.

Step 2: Sweetening and Setting

  1. Stir in 4 cups sugar and bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. Boil for 6 minutes while stirring constantly.
  3. Remove from heat and leave uncovered for 24 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure proper set.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This jam needs to sit uncovered for 24 hours to set properly before being transferred to jars for storage.


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