Strawberry Preserves

1. 1

   Wash and de-hull the strawberries, and pat dry.

2. 2

   Sprinkle in the sugar, and mix gently so as not to crush the strawberries.

3. 3

   Leave as-is for half a day (or overnight).

4. 4

   This photo shows how it looks after leaving it overnight.

5. 5

   Separate the berries from the juice.

6. 6

   Pour the strawberry juice from Step 3 into an enamelled pan, and simmer and reduce over medium heat.

7. 7

   After simmering for 5 minutes, when the juice has thickened, add the berries from Step 3 and half the lemon juice.

8. 8

   Keep cooking for 8 to 10 minutes, while it's still a bit liquid.

9. 9

   Add the remaining lemon juice, simmer for another minute or so and turn off the heat.

10. 10

    Done Fill a jar sterilized in boiling water up to the rim.

11. 11

    Screw on the lid and let the jar cool upside down - you will be able to keep the jar at room temperature this way.

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