Strawberry Freezer Jam

Stirring times are very important to eliminate the grainy texture associated with freezer jams

1. Wash and rinse glass jars or plastic containers and lids with hot soapy water. Dry thoroughly.
2. Stem and crush strawberries with a potato masher—don’t use a blender or food processor
3. Measure exactly two cups of prepared fruit into large microwave-safe bowl
4. Add sugar and stir well for one minute
5. Place bowl in microwave on high for three minutes
   1. Mixture will not cook but will become warm enough for sugar to dissolve
6. Remove and stir well for another minute
7. Allow strawberry mixture to sit for two hours
8. Every 30 minutes, stir for one minute—doing this will remove the grainy texture
   1. When sugar is thoroughly dissolved, the mixture will deepen in color and lose its cloudiness
9. Combine the liquid pectin and lemon juice in a small bowl
10. Add to the strawberry mixture and stir three minutes
11. Fill containers to about 1/2 inch from top—don’t go too high as the mixture will expand when freezing
12. Wipe off top edges of containers and cover with lids
13. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours
14. Refrigerate up to three weeks or freeze up to one year
15. Thaw in refrigerator