Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this delightful homemade lemon jam, perfect for breakfast or as a gourmet gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh lemons, juiced and zested
- 3 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 packet pectin (optional, for thicker jam)
Instructions
- Combine freshly juiced and zested lemons, sugar, and water in a large pot. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Add pectin (if desired) and stir continuously for about 10 minutes, watching the jam thicken.
- Remove the pot from heat and carefully pour the jam into sterilized jars, filling them close but not to the brim.
- Seal the jars tightly and allow them to cool to room temperature.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator for short-term use or can it for long-term storage.
Notes
Experiment with flavors by adding vanilla or fresh ginger to your jam for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg