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There's nothing quite like homemade jam, especially without all the additives you can't even pronounce. Maybe you have a garden full of apples, plums, or strawberries - or maybe you don't grow anything at all, but don't let that stop you, as there's always a farmer's market or farm shop you've been meaning to visit. Or embark on a small adventure and pick berries! 
 
Here's a tried-and-true recipe with three simple ingredients - just make sure you make enough, because this jam disappears quickly!   
 
(Very simple) strawberry jam recipe 
 
Ingredients: 
Ripe strawberries (for extra sweetness) 
Sugar (3/4 cup per cup of strawberries) 
Lemon juice (2 tbsp per cup of berries) 
 
Preparation: 
 
1. Prepare jars by sterilizing them: Wash jars and lids in hot soapy water and dry them in a preheated oven at 180°C for 15 minutes. 
 
2. Purée the strawberries (if you prefer smooth jam) or mash them with a potato masher if you prefer jam with fruit pieces. 
 
3. Mix all ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil over medium to high heat. 
 
4. Once simmering, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for another 15-20 minutes. 
 
5. Remove from heat and pour into prepared jam jars. Leave just over 1 cm from the top of the jar. 
 
6. Allow to cool and set. 
 
7. Keeps for 4 weeks in the refrigerator and 2 months in the freezer. 
 
Enjoy with freshly baked croissants or simply a slice of bread or toast! 
 

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