If you're seeking a delectable homemade treat that captures the essence of the holiday season, look no further! This article presents the ultimate guide to crafting "Cranberry Jam by Susan," a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your heart. As we embark on this flavorful journey, we'll explore the secrets behind creating a rich, ruby-red jam bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh cranberries. Whether you're a seasoned jam maker or a novice yearning to experiment with homemade preserves, this guide will provide you with the necessary knowledge and techniques to elevate your culinary skills and create a cranberry jam that will become a treasured tradition in your kitchen.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY JAM
An easy Cranberry Jam recipe
Categories Fruit Juice Breakfast Dessert Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Cranberry Fall Vegan Gourmet Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring all ingredients to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 20 minutes (jam will continue to thicken as it cools).
- Force jam through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding skins and seeds. Cool, stirring occasionally.
SPICED CRANBERRY JAM
I needed to fill some holiday cookies with jam and since raspberries and apricots weren't in season, I opted to use cranberries. This jam is lightly sweetened, fragrant, and has a beautiful color that complemented the cookies perfectly!
Provided by LauraF
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes Jams and Jellies Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine cranberries, white sugar, turbinado sugar, water, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, and pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer, stirring frequently, until sugar dissolves and cranberries pop, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Blend cranberry jam into desired consistency using an immersion blender.
- Pour jam into a glass pint jar; cool until thickened and set, about 1 hour. Seal jar and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 3.1 mg, Sugar 16.1 g
BAKED BRIE WITH QUICK CRANBERRY JAM
Likely to be a hit at any party, this recipe updates the classic brie en croute with a sweet and savory cranberry jam that's simple to put together. The trick here is to trim the dough as you wrap the brie: Too many layers of overlapping dough and the pastry won't cook through. This is an excellent make-ahead appetizer since the puff pastry-wrapped brie can be assembled up to a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Brush the exterior with egg wash just before baking, for best results, and serve warm.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories finger foods, pastries, appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly caramelized, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Add the cranberries, orange juice, sugar and salt, then stir and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is very thick and the liquid in the pan has completely evaporated. Stir in the orange zest and transfer to a small bowl to cool completely. (The jam may be made up to 1 day in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.)
- When you are ready to bake the brie, heat the oven to 400 degrees. Working quickly, unfold the sheet of puff pastry on a lightly floured piece of parchment. Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll it out to an 11-by-11-inch square (the pastry should be about 1/8-inch thick). Place the brie in the center of the pastry. Use a paring knife, and leaving a 3 to 3 1/2-inch border, trim the pastry to form a circle around the brie. Discard the scraps or save them for another use.
- Spoon the reserved cranberry jam on top of the brie, spreading it into an even layer about 1/4-inch thick. (You might not use all the jam.)
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water. Brush the pastry border lightly with egg wash, then lift the puff pastry to wrap the brie snugly, one side at a time, trimming the pastry so you don't have too many overlapping layers. Press all sides of the brie firmly, making sure to tightly seal any seams in the pastry with your hands. Transfer the puff-pastry wrapped brie and the parchment to a sheet pan. At this point, if the pastry has warmed up considerably, place the brie in the freezer for 10 minutes to chill slightly before baking. (You can assemble the brie up to this point and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before brushing on the egg wash and baking.)
- Brush the whole exterior of the pastry generously with egg wash, then bake until the pastry has puffed and is golden brown, 25 to 35 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
- Drizzle the brie with honey and sprinkle with pistachios, if using. Allow to cool for about 15 to 20 minutes before cutting into it, so the cheese has time to firm up slightly. Serve warm with baguette slices or crackers.
IN A CRANBERRY JAM
Provided by Alton Brown
Time 35m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients into a small, non-reactive saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer and reduce by two-thirds or until the mixture has thickened to the consistency of a loose jam. Remember to keep the heat low to prevent the jam from burning.
CERTO® CRANBERRY JAM
Fresh cranberries, sugar and fruit pectin are cooked briefly, then processed in a canner for scrumptious homemade jam.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield Makes about 10 (1-cup) jars or 160 servings, 1 Tbsp. each.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring boiling-water canner, half full with water, to simmer. Wash jars and screw bands in hot soapy water; rinse with warm water. Pour boiling water over flat lids in saucepan off the heat. Let stand in hot water until ready to use. Drain jars well before filling.
- Place cranberries and water in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 min. Press through a sieve, if desired. Measure exactly 7-1/2 cups prepared fruit into 6- or 8-qt. saucepot.
- Stir sugar into prepared fruit in saucepot. Add butter to reduce foaming. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pectin. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 min., stirring constantly. Skim off any foam with metal spoon.
- Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of tops. Wipe jar rims and threads. Cover with two-piece lids. Screw bands tightly. Place jars on elevated rack in canner. Lower rack into canner. (Water must cover jars by 1 to 2 inches. Add boiling water, if necessary.) Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 min. Remove jars and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middles of lids with finger. (If lids spring back, lids are not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 0 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh and ripe cranberries. Avoid cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
- Wash the cranberries thoroughly before using them.
- Use a large pot to make the jam. This will give the cranberries plenty of room to cook and prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Stir the jam frequently while it is cooking. This will help to prevent it from burning.
- Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature of the jam. The jam is ready when it reaches 220 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the jam cool slightly before transferring it to jars. This will help to prevent the jars from cracking.
- Seal the jars tightly and store them in a cool, dark place. The jam will keep for up to a year.
Conclusion:
Cranberry jam is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed on toast, pancakes, waffles, or ice cream. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and other desserts. With its bright red color and tart flavor, cranberry jam is a welcome addition to any holiday table.
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