Tuesday, 8 November 2011

Strawberry Jam

A perfect homemade spread for the toast


Ingredients - Yields a cup

  • Hulled strawberry - 1 cup
  • Sugar - 1/2 cup
  • Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
Method
  • Blend the strawberry in the blender or mixer (smooth )
  • Heat the pan add blended strawberry, sugar and lemon juice
  • Mix well, cook in a medium  high heat until the mixture comes to boil
  • Now reduce the heat to medium and cook for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until  the white bubbles disappear
  • Allow it to cool and store in a clear jar


Tip - I usually make jam in small batches and use it over 10 days. If your are making in a large batch, refrigerate it for longer shelf life

Nutritional Information
  •  Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and also contains large amounts of anti-oxidant, anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties
  • One cup = 430 calories approximately

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