Just a Little Bit of Homemade Strawberry Jam

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   Combine the sliced strawberries and sugar in a medium pot.

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   Let sit cold for about 15 minutes, stirring once or twice.

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   Add the lemon juice and zest.

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   Bring to a boil, drop to a medium simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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   After the first 15 minutes of cooking, mash with a potato masher and drop to a low simmer.

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   Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring frequently and keeping an eye on them so they do not brown or stick.

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   I am making this sound harder than it is but cook tops vary so and I don't want you to have burned jam --.

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   Remove from heat and let cool for about 20 minutes.

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   Put in a little jar and continue to cool until room temperature.

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    Place in the fridge overnight to let it set up.

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    I'm not an expert but I do feel safe saying it keeps for 2 weeks in the fridge.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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