Strawberry Jam

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg strawberries (Victoria variety)
• 1.5 kg sugar
• 2 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. 1.Wash the strawberries in cold water without removing the stems so they don't absorb excess water. Remove the stems after washing.
2. 2.Layer the strawberries and sugar in a pot and wait for them to release their juices.
3. 3.Place the pot on the stove: cook over low heat first, and once the sugar has completely dissolved, increase to high heat.
4. 4.After it boils for a while, add the lemon juice.
5. 5.Once the jam is ready, shake the pot so the foam gathers in the center, and remove the foam using a paper towel.

Notes

• Try to choose firm strawberries.
• Do not add water, as strawberries are very juicy.
• Do not stir the jam while cooking.
• Choose a slightly larger pot so the jam doesn't boil over.
• Do not skim the foam while cooking, as you will also remove the jam's syrup and sugar. The foam should be removed at the very end.
• To check if the jam is ready, drop a little onto a paper towel; if the drop doesn't fully absorb and stays on the surface, the jam is ready.