Microwave Jam Strawberry

1. 1

   Clean and remove hulls from strawberries; crush them to make 2 cups.

2. 2

   Add lemon juice, sugar and butter or margarine.

3. 3

   Prepare fruit and flavorings and place in a 2-quart glass measure or a 2 1/2 to 3-quart casserole.

4. 4

   Add sugar and butter; stir thoroughly. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on High for about 6 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.

5. 5

   Remove waxed paper and stir fruit. Microwave, uncovered, on High 2 minutes; test by dripping fruit mixture from side of metal spoon, they should be thick.

6. 6

   If not thick enough, reheat to boiling, then microwave, uncovered, for 2 more minutes on High; test consistency again.

7. 7

   Pour into sterilized jars; fill about 2/3 full.

8. 8

   Cool and cover with lid.

9. 9

   Can refrigerate or freeze.

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