Comments on: Homemade Strawberry Jam

By: Pat B.

Pat B. — Tue, 19 May 2009 15:49:56 +0000

Hi ! I have been making homemade Cinnamon Apple Jelly every year since the “70″s. I give it to family and friends for Christmas. One year I did not make it and I really caught heck from EVERYONE ! I learned a very valuable lesson ! Don’t mess with TRADITION !!! Ha !

By: Super Mega Dad

Super Mega Dad — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:50:34 +0000

Your strawberries probably come from out here in California. We grow a lot here in So Cal and they are super cheap here. Every corner has a strawberry stand selling them. My kids are now sick of them. An interesting jam discovery we made: I grew up on a Kiwi farm out here and we tried MANY things with kiwi fruit in them. Jam was one of them. The jam was good, but we couldn't get over the look of it...green jelly with little black seeds in it. Too weird looking. Super Mega Dad’s last blog post..Favorite Film Characters

By: Susan Gaissert

Susan Gaissert — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:08:19 +0000

Thank you for the inspiration. I’ve wanted to can fruit and vegetables ever since watching Aunt Bee (who always seemed to be canning something!) on The Andy Griffith Show! Maybe I’ll finally give it a try, since you’ve made it sound easier than I imagined.

By: Nicki

Nicki — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:21:27 +0000

@Liz – my cheap resource for my jars is that they were “hand-me-downs.” You could also check yard sales. Canning jars are good for a VERY long time. The only thing you’ll want to replace are the lids/bands.

By: Liz

Liz — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:17:51 +0000

Here is the post about my experience.
http://modern50shousewife.blogspot.com/2008/08/several-weeks-ago.html

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By: Liz

Liz — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:15:00 +0000

I love jam. I did my first batch ever with a seasoned pro last fall. It was so nice to have control of the content in the jar. I will also be canning out of our garden this year. Tomatoes, strawberries and cucumber are just the beginning of the list. I would continue to be inspired if you share the other things you plan on canning this year. Do you have a good (cheap) resource for the jars? Liz’s last blog post..A month as whirlwind

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:05:42 +0000

I might actually try this sometime. I almost tried canning last year, but I heard I needed a canner and I didn’t want to buy one. I’m glad to see it can be done without one.

By the way, I love your “Why I do what I do” for today, that is hilarious.

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By: Jo

Jo — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:43:57 +0000

Your jam looks great! I have a small patch of raspberry bushes and really enjoy making jelly, syrup, liqueur, and other things when the berries are ripe each year. I even freeze some whole berries or juice so that I can make jelly during the winter. I find canning extremely satisfying. A good reference that I use a lot is, "The Complete Book of Year-Round Small-Batch Preserving," by Ellie Topp & Margaret Howard. Jo’s last blog post..Thanks

By: Kate

Kate — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:33:56 +0000

That looks delicious! Do you use a canner? If so what kind do you use? I am thinking of getting one for this summer's produce. I would love to try it out! Kate’s last blog post..Build Your Wardrobe - Plaid Linen Skirt

By: Courtney

Courtney — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:47:56 +0000

Your daughter and I must be kindred spirits...I LOVE the whole jam/jelly family! Especially on toast made from homemade bread...delicious! Thanks for sharing this experience. I have thought about doing this, but always thought it was way above my skill level. Thanks for encouraging me to give it a try! Courtney’s last blog post..We’re headed to the Big D…