Recipe - Strawberry Surprise Freezer Jam

To wrap up our week on the delicious topic of berries, here is a tasty way to preserve some for the colder months. Freezer jams are easy because they don't require an intensive canning process, and they will keep quite well in the freezer, and even in the refrigerator for some time. Often, like this one, the fruit is not cooked, which gives it a fresher taste, and also keeps the color vibrant. This one has a special and unusual ingredient that makes it a bit more interesting. Give it a try, and feel free to post your comments and suggestions below.

Strawberry Surprise Freezer Jam:

Image by Esalota via FlickrWhat You'll Need:
1 pt boxes of fresh strawberries, washed, drained and hulls removed
2 1/2 C of fresh pineapple, peeled and finely chopped
7 C sugar
2 pkgs (1 3/4 oz) powdered pectin
1 C cold water
4 pt freezer containers with lids

How to Make It:

1. Place strawberries in a large mixing bowl. Crush the strawberries with a potato masher.
2. Measure out 2 1/2 C strawberries and place in a separate bowl.
3. Add the pineapple to the strawberries.
4. Slowly add the sugar and stir until well combined.
5. Place the cold water in a saucepan over medium heat.
6. Add the pectin.
7. Stir continuously until water begins to boil. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat.
8. Pour the water mixture into with the fruit.
9. Stir well to combine. Continue stirring 4 minutes.
10. Pour into the pint freezer containers and cover.
11. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
12. Freeze after 24 hours.

Jam will stay good in the freezer for up to 6 months. To use, remove from freezer and allow to come to room temperature, about 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.

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