Budget-Berry Jam

Ingredients

• 2 cups of fresh berries of your choice (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.)
• 1 cup of white sugar
• 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice

Directions

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Once the jam has thickened and reduced, remove from heat and let cool.
5. Once cooled, spoon the jam into a jar and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Interesting Facts

• Jam was originally used as a way to preserve fruit for a longer period of time.
• Making jam is a great way to use up overripe or frozen fruit.
• Adding a teaspoon of butter can help reduce the amount of foam that forms when boiling the jam.