Barberry Spiced Jam

1. 1

   Wash and stem fully ripe berries.

2. 2

   Make a sauce of the sugar and the diluted vinegar.

3. 3

   Place the spices in a bag and add to the sauce.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and cool.

5. 5

   Then add the berries and heat slowly.

6. 6

   Simmer till the berries are soft.

7. 7

   Remove from heat, cover and place into the refrigerator to cool, allowing to remain overnight. Next day remove the spice bag and pour off the sauce.

8. 8

   Pack the berries into hot, sterile jars.

9. 9

   Heat the syrup just to the boiling point, then pour the hot sauce over the berries and seal.

10. 10

    The jars should be allowed to age for 1 month before eating.

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