TART CHERRY JAM
This recipe has won two blue ribbons for me at State Fairs. I first entered it in the Minnesota State Fair when I lived there. Now that I live in Florida, I entered it here this year and won first place. The cherries are key!
Provided by Chris Lidberg
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 4h45m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Wash Cherries
- 2. Remove stems and pits from cherries
- 3. Chop Cherries
- 4. Place exact amount of cherries (4 Cups) into a 6 or 8 quart saucepan.
- 5. Measure exact amount of sugar into a separate bowl and set aside.
- 6. Stir 1 box of pectin into fruit, and add 1/2 tsp. of butter.
- 7. Bring mixture to full rolling boil (a boil that doesn't stop bubbling when stirred) on high heat, stirring constantly.
- 8. Stir in sugar quickly. Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- 9. Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to 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 needed. Cover; bring water to gentle boil. Process 10 minutes. Remove jars from canner and place upright on a towel to cool completely. After jars cool, check seals by pressing middle of lid with finger. If lid springs back, lid is not sealed and refrigeration is necessary.
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[email protected]This jam is a bit too runny for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for people who like their jams on the looser side.
Kadija Abdulkarim
[email protected]This jam is perfect for making thumbprint cookies. The tartness of the cherries pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the cookie dough.
Aariz Ahmad
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cherry jam, but this one is really good. I especially like it on my morning pancakes.
Hussain Bakhsh mazari
[email protected]This jam is a bit expensive, but it's worth the price. The flavor is incredible and it's made with all-natural ingredients.
Samuel Armah
[email protected]I love the color of this jam. It's a beautiful deep red that looks amazing on toast or crackers.
Aamina Khan
[email protected]This jam is a great way to use up leftover tart cherries. I always have a few extra cherries after I make a pie, and this jam is the perfect way to use them up.
Joshua Monday
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the jam to set properly, but I eventually figured it out. It's important to cook the jam over low heat and stir it constantly.
Faith Koen
[email protected]This jam is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for people who like their jams on the sweeter side.
Shahana Sayed
[email protected]I've been looking for a good tart cherry jam recipe for a while, and this one is perfect. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing.
Ff Dff
[email protected]This jam is perfect for baking. I used it to make a cherry pie, and it was a huge hit with my family.
Daniel Lo Ponte (dloponte)
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cherry jam, but this one is really good. I especially like it on my morning bagel.
Spark
[email protected]This jam is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. The flavor is incredible.
Eugine Bravin
[email protected]I had some trouble finding tart cherries, but I was able to substitute them with sour cherries. The jam still turned out great!
United State
[email protected]This jam is a bit too tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for people who like their jams on the sour side.
Xolile Nteyi
[email protected]I love the tartness of this jam. It's a great way to add a pop of flavor to my favorite dishes.
Saim Writes
[email protected]This jam is the perfect addition to my morning toast. It's also great on pancakes, waffles, and even ice cream.
Nessi H
[email protected]I've never made jam before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I was able to make a batch in just a few hours, and it turned out perfectly.
festus kamara
[email protected]This tart cherry jam is absolutely delicious! I made it with fresh cherries from my backyard, and the flavor is amazing. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it has a beautiful deep red color.