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 Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | 9 mins | 24 hours | 4 cups |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 cups | Berries | Fresh or frozen |
| 2 tbsp | Vinegar | Standard white or apple cider |
| 4 cups | Sugar | Granulated |
Instructions
Step 1: Initial Boil
- Combine 4 cups berries and 2 tbsp vinegar in a saucepan.
- Boil for 3 minutes until the berries begin to break down.
Step 2: Sweetening and Setting
- Stir in 4 cups sugar and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Boil for 6 minutes while stirring constantly.
- 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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