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Label jars and store in a cool, dark place for up to two years. Helpful tips Selecting your fruit Just-ripe fruits have the highest level of pectin – over-ripe fruit is less successful in jam-making. Fruit should be in perfect condition as this dictates the quality of the jam. ...
Place the jar in the warm canner. Proceed to fill all jars placing them in the canner. When all the jars are filled, bring the water in the canner to a boil. When a boil is reached that is when you’ll start your timing. Process for the length of time on the chart below. Adjust...
Have jelly jars, bands, and lids on hand. Lids must be new. Jars and bands can be reused; check that they’re in good condition with no cracks or chips and clean thoroughly after use. Use only the jar size specified in your recipe. For most jellies, half-pint (8 oz.) or smaller ...
Besides sugar, you can make your syrup with honey or maple syrup. If you choose to use juice, go for apple or grape juice. Ensure you choose the perfectly ripe peaches for easier peeling. Overripe peaches will end up mashed in the jars. ...
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When it comes tolong-term food storage, use a water bath to can your jars as normal, or store your jars of jam in the freezer for up to a year. Some Fruits Have Natural Pectin All fruits naturally contain pectin; some just have more than others. When deciding on a new jam creation...
Some popular jam fruits high in pectin include apples, citrus and cranberries, while blueberries, cherries, raspberries and strawberries are much lower in pectin. The addition of lemon juice to low-pectin fruits activates their naturally occurring pectin, and some recipes call for a mix of high-...
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