StrawBerry Freezer Jam

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups crushed strawberries
• 4 cups sugar
• 1 package powdered pectin (sur-gel)
• 1 cup water

Yields 5 or 6 half-pint jars

Directions

• Sort and wash fully ripe berries.
• Remove caps and stems.
• Crush berries.
• Place prepared berries in a large mixing bowl.
• Add sugar, mix well, and let stand for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Dissolve pectin in water and boil for 1 minute.
• Add pectin solution to berry/sugar mixture and stir for 2 minutes.
• Pour jam into freezer containers or canning jars, leaving 1/2″ head space.
• Cover containers and let stand at room temperature for 24 hours or until jam sets.
• Label and freeze.
• Store up to 4 weeks in the refrigerator after opening.