Best 20 Strawberry Preserves Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our collection of delectable Strawberry Preserves recipes! These sweet and tangy spreads are a delightful addition to your breakfast toast, yogurt parfaits, or freshly baked pastries. With just a handful of ingredients and a touch of patience, you can create jars of homemade preserves that will brighten up your pantry and your taste buds. From classic whole berry preserves to unique variations like strawberry-rhubarb or strawberry-lavender, our recipes cater to every palate. Whether you prefer a smooth, spreadable texture or chunks of juicy strawberries, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So gather your freshest strawberries and let's embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the essence of this beloved summer fruit!

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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Preserves are exactly that, a delicious way to preserve berries' warm-weather flavor. Making jam can even put to use fruit that is slightly past its prime.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds strawberries, hulled
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon, freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Put strawberries and lemon juice in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, over low heat until juices are released, about 40 minutes. Stir in sugar.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture registers 210 degrees on a candy thermometer, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely; skim foam from surface with a spoon.

STRAWBERRY FIG PRESERVES



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Everyone thinks these are strawberry preserves. No one has a clue they are made with figs! You can even use different flavors of gelatin like peach or raspberry. Since this recipe makes so little, you could skip the hot water bath and refrigerate the jars of preserves.

Provided by Paula

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups fresh figs, stems removed
3 cups white sugar
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O®
5 half-pint canning jars with lids and rings, or as needed

Steps:

  • Mix figs and sugar together in a large saucepan, place over medium heat, and cook, stirring often, until sugar has dissolved. Mix in strawberry gelatin; bring the mixture to a boil and boil for 7 minutes. Mash preserves with a potato masher if desired.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the fig preserves into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.9 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 19.5 g

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES I



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This is just an old fashioned recipe for strawberry preserves. This recipe leaves the berries whole for a rich chunky jam.

Provided by Stephanie

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds fresh strawberries, hulled
5 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, combine the strawberries, sugar, vinegar and salt. Bring to a rolling boil, and cook stirring frequently for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the temperature of the mixture has reached 220 degrees F (105 degrees C).
  • Transfer the mixture to hot sterile jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace, and seal. Process jars for 10 minutes in a water bath. Refrigerate jam once the seal is broken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.2 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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I remember grandma making jelly and preserves, hers were the very best, she never used pectin and the flavor was wonderful. I haven't tried this yet myself, but I plan to soon. I hope to make some with Splenda. I will post my notes when done.

Provided by Melaine

Categories     Strawberry

Time 12h15m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 quart berries
2 1/2 cups sugar, divided

Steps:

  • Cap and rinse berries, place in a large colander.
  • Pour boiling water over berries and let drain 1 minute.
  • Combine berries and 1 cup sugar in a dutch oven. Bring to a boil; boil 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar; boil an additional 7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Pour strawberry mixture into a shallow 13x9-inch pan; skim off foam with a metal spoon.
  • Let stand, uncovered, in a cool place 12 hours; shake pan occasionally so that berries will absorb syrup and remain plump and whole.
  • Skim off foam with a metal spoon, pour preserves into sterilized jelly glasses, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
  • Cover with a 1/8 inch layer of paraffin. cover with lids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 774, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 200, Sugar 199.6

OLD FASHIONED STRAWBERRY PRESERVES/JAM



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A simple easy preserve recipe that may be successfuly frozen, I freeze large quantities in plastic containers when berry season come around, it makes a lovely spread for toast, scones or waffles --- this also works well using fresh blueberries or raspberries :) --- 2 cups of sugar will give you a very sweet taste if you prefer a preserve that is not too sweet then use 1-1/2 cups sugar or even a little less.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Strawberry

Time 35m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 (1 pint) baskets fresh strawberries, hulled
1 1/2-2 cups sugar
1 -2 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl coarsley mash the strawberries using a potato masher or fork, then place into saucepan.
  • Cook the strawberries over medium heat stirring until beginning to thicken (about 6 minutes).
  • Reduce the heat to low, add in sugar and lemon juice.
  • Increase the heat to medium and simmer gently until the mixture thickenes and mounds on the spoon (about 20 minutes) stirring frequently.
  • Remove saucepan from heat cool just slightly, then place in refrigerator for rapid jelling.
  • The preserves will thicken more while chilling and will keep for 1 week in refrigerator if tightly sealed (or after cooled completely the preserves may be frozen in plastic containers if desired).

STRAWBERRY FIG PRESERVES



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This is one of DH's favorite preserves. The recipe came from his grandmother. Prep and cook times are approximate. I'm not sure of the yield, so I'm guessing.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     Fruit

Time 40m

Yield 2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 cups mashed figs
3 cups sugar
2 (3 ounce) boxes strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert

Steps:

  • Combine the figs, sugar and jell-o in a dutch oven.
  • Bring to a slow boil over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir constantly to prevent sticking and burning.
  • Put in sterlized jars and seal.

OLD-FASHIONED STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Strawberry     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 1-pint baskets fresh strawberries, hulled
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Place hulled strawberries in heavy large saucepan and mash coarsely. Cook strawberries over medium heat until beginning to thicken, stirring frequently, about 6 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add 2 cups sugar and stir until dissolved. Increase heat to medium and boil gently until mixture thickens and mounds on spoon, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. Cool. (Preserves can be prepared 1 week ahead. Refrigerate in airtight container.)

FIG PRESERVES (JELLY) STRAWBERRY,GRAPE,PEACH



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I have used strawberry, grape and peach jello and are all very good. The juice from the mashed figs is your liquid. You may have to adjust your times on cooking as I did and put my times in the directions. And I also have tried with real strawberries and made it chunky but I prefer the smooth. Give it a try and let me know how it...

Provided by margaret brown

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups mashed figs
3 cups sugar
1 large box strawberry or rasberry jello
or 2 small boxes if large isn't available

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare your jars...wash figs and cut off stems. Mash with potato masher or put in food processor is what I did.
  • 2. Put figs in cooking pot,and add 3 cups of sugar and 1 box of large jello of your choice (strawberry). Stir and cook on medium heat until boiling,constantly stirring.A foam will form but will dissipate.
  • 3. Takes about 15-20 min..will turn a deep shade of red and will coat the spoon. As quickly as you can fill your jars and screw down tightly. Immerse jars into boiling water bath making sure the jars are covered,boil for 10-15 min.
  • 4. Remove from water and let cool. Approximately 4-6 small jelly jars (8oz jars)

GRANNY'S STRAWBERRY PRESERVES-FILLED COOKIES



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Lightly spiced, soft cookies with a strawberry jam filling. Mmmmm! These are my favorite of the cookies mom makes every Christmas.

Provided by Julie Holden

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6 tablespoons strawberry preserves, or as needed

Steps:

  • Beat shortening, white sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
  • Mix milk and vinegar together and let stand 5 minutes to make 'sour milk'. Stir sour milk, eggs, and vanilla extract into shortening mixture.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Mix flour mixture into shortening mixture until incorporated. Refrigerate until fully chilled, 2 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Roll dough to a 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface; cut into 2-inch rounds using a cookie cutter. Spoon 1 teaspoon preserves into the center of half the cookies; cover with remaining cookies. Lightly press edges of cookies together using a fork. Cut criss-cross slits into the top of each cookie using a knife. Arrange cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are golden, 13 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 119.7 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES II



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Yummy strawberry freezer preserves! This is an easy recipe, but it has to set overnight to congeal properly.

Provided by Kim Williams Wilkerson

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Jams and Jellies Recipes

Time P1D

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ¾ cups chopped strawberries
4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 (6 fluid ounce) container liquid pectin

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine strawberries and sugar. Let stand 10 minutes. Combine lemon juice and pectin, then stir into strawberry mixture; continue stirring for 3 minutes. Pour into clean plastic containers to within 1 inch of the top. Cover, and allow to set for 24 hours at room temperature, then freeze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

BAKED BRIE STUFFED WITH STRAWBERRY PRESERVES AND TOASTED ALMONDS



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Make and share this Baked Brie Stuffed With Strawberry Preserves and Toasted Almonds recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SusieQusie

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 -3 lbs brie round
1/2 cup strawberry preserves
1/3 cup toasted almond, finely chopped
1 lb frozen puff pastry, thawed
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 egg yolk

Steps:

  • Carefully lay the cheese on its side and using a long, sharp knife, horizontally cut in half.
  • Spread the preserves on the cut side of the bottom layer of cheese.
  • Sprinkle on the nuts.
  • Replace the top half of the brie.
  • Roll out the puff pastry into a circle, about double the diameter of the wheel of Brie.
  • Place the Brie in the center of the pastry.
  • Gather up the edges and decoratively twist together.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours wrapped in plastic.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Beat the egg yolk and brush over the pastry.
  • Bake about 40 minutes, until the pastry is evenly puffed and brown.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

CHEESE BALLS WITH STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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This recipe came from my mother. It was originally from an old church or community cookbook. Whenever she brings it to potlucks this is the first thing people ask her to bring.

Provided by kchristicarter

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 1 ball, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped pecans
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup strawberry preserves

Steps:

  • Combine cheese, pecans, mayonnaise, and onion.
  • Form into a one ball with a well or indentation in center.
  • Place ball on serving plate and fill center with strawberry preserves.
  • Serve with assorted crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.1, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 382.7, Carbohydrate 25.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 15, Protein 10.6

STRAWBERRY FIG PRESERVES



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My mom put these up when I was living at home. I finally broke down & learned how to make them a few years back. So easy, but so good!!! Figs start getting ripe in the 1st or 2nd week of July and continue for most of the month (or at least that's normal for around here).

Provided by Don Broadhead

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 c ripe figs (cut up & mashed)
3 c sugar
1 box strawberry jello (large box, 6 oz.)

Steps:

  • 1. Depending on the size of you canner, it may take up to 30+ minutes to get the water ready to can. Get that water going & once it's boiling, sterilize your jars. For a single batch, you should need 2 maybe 3 pints. (This will vary depending on how they cook down.) Get some water boiling in a small pan to sterilize the lids.
  • 2. Cut off the stem & dice each fig into quarters or smaller. My mom uses a potato masher on the figs. Mix all ingredients together, stir & bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium.
  • 3. Let boil/simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often. (I turn the heat down, so I don't have to stir constantly to keep from sticking or burning.)
  • 4. Place a teaspoon of the preserves in a bowl & place in the freezer. Check after a few minutes to see how they are setting up. If the are thickening, you are ready to put them in jars. If not, place a new sample in the freezer to retest.
  • 5. Depending on your desired thickness, boil longer for a thicker preserve or shorter for a runny one.
  • 6. Pour into sterilized pint jars, filling to the top (leaving the correct air gap if canning). Cover with sterilized lid and place ring on jar. If you are canning, please read up on the correct procedures, but the idea is to place jars in a hot water bath, boil for 10 minutes to force air in the gap from the jar. Once the jar cools, the lack of air in the gap will cause the lip to seal tightly. If jars do not seal, just put them in the refrigerator & enjoy!!!

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES WITH BLACK PEPPER AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Brunch     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Vinegar     Strawberry     Summer     Simmer     Gourmet     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups strawberries (about 1 pint), trimmed and quartered
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan bring all ingredients to a boil, stirring, and skim surface. Simmer mixture, stirring and skimming foam occasionally, 15 minutes, or until thickened and translucent. Remove pan from heat and cool preserves completely. Preserves keep, covered and chilled, 1 month.

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES WITH BLACK PEPPER AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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Use fresh strawberries, only freshly cracked black pepper, and the best balsamic you can afford. I actually prefer it with just the balsamic and strawberries. Recipe is from Gourmet.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Strawberry

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups strawberries, trimmed and quartered (about 1 pint)
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1/2-1 teaspoon cracked black pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan bring all ingredients to a boil, stirring, and skim surface. Simmer mixture, stirring and skimming foam occasionally, 15 minutes, or until thickened and translucent. Remove pan from heat and cool preserves completely. Preserves keep, covered and chilled, 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 647.7, Fat 0.4, Sodium 9.1, Carbohydrate 165.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 160.3, Protein 1.1

CHEDDAR CHEESE WITH STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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An unexpected zing in this appetizer. Easy to prepare and beautiful to serve. Taken from the "From Storebought to Homemade" cookbook. Note: cooking time is refrigeration time.

Provided by jonesies

Categories     Spreads

Time 3h15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1 cup strawberry preserves

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients except the strawberry preserves.
  • Mix well and chill for 2 to 3 hours.
  • shape the mixture into a ball, or put it in an attractive serving dish.
  • Another serving option is to press the dip into a lightly greased ring mold.
  • If served as a cheese ball or spread, surround it with the strawberry preserves or put the preserves on the side.
  • If served as a mold, fill the center with the preserves.
  • Serve with crackers. Melba rounds or Triscuits are good choices for this dip.

PRESERVES (FROZEN BERRIES) STRAWBERRY, CHERRY, BLUEBERRY



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Make and share this Preserves (Frozen Berries) Strawberry, Cherry, Blueberry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PrincessPage

Categories     Low Protein

Time 40m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 22

strawberry
6 cups frozen strawberries
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh OR
6 cups frozen blueberries
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
1 tablespoon lemon rind, finely grated
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon clove, or
16 ounces frozen sweet cherries
2 (15 ounce) cans tart cherries, if you cannot find them frozen
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon clove

Steps:

  • For the strawberry.
  • roughly chop strawberries (this is easy with a processor or let strawberries sit at room temp for a few minutes to soften them and chop with a knife).
  • mix all other ingredients and cook in a nonstick pan over meduim heat.
  • stir frequently, cook at least 20 to 30 minutes. This will thicken as it cooks and a bit more after it cools. You will know when it is ready when it has greatly reduced and is thick. Patience.
  • For the blueberry and Cherry.
  • mix all ingredients and stir over meduim heat for 20 to 30 minutes. This will thicken as it cooks and a bit more after it cools. You will know when it is ready when it has greatly reduced and is thick.
  • Each will produce about 2 cups of preserves and can be frozen or stored in the refrigerator for a couple weeks.

STRAWBERRY-ORANGE PRESERVES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, condiments

Time 6m

Yield About 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups fresh strawbrries, washed, hulled and quartered
4 tablespoons water
6 ounces ( 3/4 cup) undiluted defrosted orange-juice concentrate
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin

Steps:

  • Cook berries and water in a covered nonreactive pot 3 minutes. Uncover and mash fruit a little with a fork.
  • Sprinkle gelatin on the orange-juice concentrate and let the gelatin soften. Stir into the hot fruit mixture and cook, stirring, over low heat until gelatin dissolves completely.
  • Cool and spoon into jars. Refrigerate or freeze. Refrigerated perserves will last a couple of weeks; frozen, they last months.

STRAWBERRY FIG PRESERVES



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We love this! I started using splenda for canning after my husband found out he is diabetic. He could not tell the difference until I told him!

Provided by Patsy Weaver

Categories     Jams & Jellies

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 c figs, ground or chopped small
6 c sugar or splenda
1 large strawberry jello
4 Tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients in large pan and bring to a rolling boil. Turn heat to medium and cook 10 minutes. Pour into sterilized jars and seal. Use hot water bath to finish sealing. Makes 5 or 6 pints.
  • 2. Note: Use other jello flavors if desired. I have used blackberry but it is hard to find.

STRAWBERRY PRESERVES



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Like most people I have had strawberry preserves in resaurants, my husband eats the store bought, but I finally made some one day at his request & my best friends request for herself and hubby. I found this wonderful recipe, not a clue where and tried it. I personally have never really liked Strawberry Preserves. NOW, I do ! !...

Provided by Valerie Butler

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 1/2 c strawberries, fresh
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 box pectin
1/2 tsp butter or margarine
7 c sugar, pre measured into an easily pourable container

Steps:

  • 1. Get your jars and lids washed and on the stove or in your dishwasher to heat and sterilize.
  • 2. To start I put all my strawberries in a sink of cool water. I then pull them out 1 by 1 taking out the stems and cutting the larger ones up into the pot, I like to leave some small ones whole and set them aside along with some halves. You crush the cut up berries in the pot in layers. When they are all done, add your whole & half berries.
  • 3. Add some lemon juice to your berries and add the pectin and stir it in well, till it is all dissolved. Place it on the stove at a high heat add your margarine and bring to a boil stirring occasionally.
  • 4. When you have a good boil going, grab your container of sugar and pour into your pot and stir it in well. Bring it back up to a boil but this time to a rolling boil. One you can not stir down. Set timer for 1 minute and keep stirring.
  • 5. You can go over your minute, do not go under. Remove from heat (at this point they say you can continue stirring for 5 minutes and the berries won't stay on top, personally I disagree, once they went in hot water bath they were back at the top),and skim off the foam, as much as you can. Then start ladeling it into your jars, leaving a 1/2 inch headspace, (personally I use a plastic measuring cup for this process). Put on your heated lids and rings.
  • 6. Set them in a hot water bath for 5 minutes. When they are done, set them on a towel on a counter in an area with out too much air. Leave there to cool. You should hear pings as they seal. Don't forget to put the date on your labels.

Tips:

- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture. - For a smoother preserve, remove the seeds from the strawberries before cooking. - Add a little lemon juice to help the preserves set and to brighten the flavor. - Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent the preserves from scorching. - Stir the preserves frequently while cooking to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot. - Cook the preserves until they reach a thick, syrupy consistency. This will take about 30 minutes. - Remove the preserves from the heat and let them cool slightly before transferring them to jars. - Seal the jars tightly and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. - Store the preserves in a cool, dark place for up to a year.

Conclusion:

Strawberry preserves are a delicious and versatile way to enjoy the taste of fresh strawberries all year long. They can be used on toast, waffles, pancakes, ice cream, and even in cocktails. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own strawberry preserves at home. So next time you have a batch of ripe strawberries, give this recipe a try!

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