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Strawberry Preserves I


"This is just an old fashioned recipe for strawberry preserves. This recipe leaves the berries whole for a rich chunky jam."
Original recipe yield: 5 cups.
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
20 Minutes
Ready In:
35 Minutes
Servings:
40

INGREDIENTS:

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

DIRECTIONS:

  1. 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).
  2. 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.