Jalapeño Strawberry Jam

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This jalapeño-strawberry jam is a favorite in our family at Christmas. It's not spicy, but it can be if you add more jalapeño peppers or even a few habanero peppers. The flavor of the sweet strawberries combined with the flavor of the jalapeños gives this jam a wonderful dimension.

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Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
12 hrs
Total Time:
12 hrs 55 mins
Servings:
64
Yield:
8 half-pint jars
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 64 servings

  • 4 cups crushed strawberries

  • 1 cup minced jalapeno peppers

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 1 (2 ounce) package powdered fruit pectin

  • 7 cups white sugar

Directions

  1. Inspect eight 1/2-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until jam is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.

  2. Bring strawberries, jalapeños, lemon juice, and pectin to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Stir in sugar, return to a boil, and cook for 1 minute.

  3. Pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.

  4. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.

  5. Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

Recipe Tip

You can use frozen strawberries (thawed and crushed) and canned peppers (drained and chopped) if desired.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

90 Calories
0g Fat
23g Carbs
0g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 64
Calories 90
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 0g 0%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 27mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.