Saskatoon Berry Jam - Solstice Berry Farm

Feb

Saskatoon Berry Jam

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4 1/2 cups Solstice Berry Farm Saskatoons crushed (7-9 cups whole) - Fresh is best, but defrosted frozen will work!
4 tbsp lemon juice
1 package (57 gm) Certo or other powdered pectin product
6 cups white sugar
2 tbsp almond extract (optional)

1.

Prepare lid & jars to proper hygienic standards (* See editor note below).
2.

Using a large stainless steel pot, combine the crushed berries and lemon juice. Add in pectin and stir vigourously until the pectin is dissolved.
3.

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat and stir frequently. Add all the sugar, stirring constantly and return mixture to a full rolling boil. Ensure mixture boils hard for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
4.

Add optional almond extract, stir, remove from heat and skim off any foam that has formed.
5.

Ladle the hot jam into the sterilized hot jars and leave 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rim and place the lid on the jar. Place band on top of lid and tighten using fingers (do not over-tighten using instruments).
6.

Process jars according to canning standards, ensuring the water bath returns to a boil and then continue to process for a full 10 minutes*. Cool carefully and do not re-tighten bands which may break the seal. Label and store—give as gifts!

Footnotes

Cook's Note:

Kraft Canada offers 3 Certo recipes for Saskatoon berries. Search “saskatoon berry” for their recipes, which includes a no-sugar option for diabetics or others with dietary issues.
Editor's Note:
* For help with safe & proper canning techniques please visit these sites: Fresh Preserving.com or Atco Blue Flame Kitchen

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