You can make your own — not powdered — pectin at home How to find pectin in your fruit and use it to give your jellies the proper set. (Silvia Razgova/Silvia Razgova; Prop styling by Jennifer ...

This recipe combines your favorite fruits with a touch of lemon juice and powdered pectin to create a perfect spreadable jam, great for toast, desserts, or even as a topping for yogurt.

Pectin is sold in liquid and powder forms and in several sizes. Fruit spreads by name Jam: Made by cooking crushed or chopped fruit with sugar until it’s thick. It has visible pieces of fruit.

Tips for Jam Making and Canning This jam is a great "starter" recipe for people that are new to jam/jelly making since it uses powdered pectin to gel. I have been making jam for quite a few years now.

One more tip: Do NOT double this recipe to make more. It will not set properly. Instead, make two single batches in separate pots. Classic Strawberry Jam Makes 4 1-cup jars 3 pounds strawberries ...

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