Highbush Cranberry Jam

Name: Highbush Cranberry Jam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 cups
Ingredients: 7-1/2 cups highbush cranberries; 3/4 cup water; 2 cups sugar; 1 tablespoon grated orange zest; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + freezing Cook: 50 min. + chilling YIELD: 4 cups

Although they’re not true cranberries, highbush cranberries are also tart red fruits that can be used in cooking. This is a lovely spread with a tangy flavor. —Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, AK

Ingredients

7-1/2 cups highbush cranberries
3/4 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons orange juice
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, combine cranberries and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Press berry mixture through a fine-mesh strainer; discard solids. Return strained mixture to saucepan. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour into containers; cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until cold. Store in refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze extra containers for up to 12 months. Thaw frozen jam in refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 80 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.

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