Deliciously tart and sweet, lower in sugar than store-bought jam and made with antioxidant-packed blueberries, this jam is the perfect treat for a loved one or on Sunday mornings over toast or gluten-free pancakes! YUM!!!
Ingredients:
8 cups frozen blueberries
1 cup sugar
1⁄4 cup lime juice
Zest of 2 limes
Rinds of 2 additional limes, reserved for thickening
To make the jam:
- In a large stockpot over medium heat, combine the blueberries, sugar, lime juice, zest, and lime rinds.
- Stir to combine and let simmer over medium-low heat, uncovered, for approximately 1 1⁄2 to 2 hours, or until the jam becomes thick.
- Using tongs, remove the lime rinds from the jam.
- Transfer the jam into mason jars and seal them (you should have enough to fill 4 half-pint jars). Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- For longer preservation, place the jars in a large stockpot full of boiling water, making sure each jar is fully submerged with at least 1 inch of water on top. Boil until sealed, approximately 10 minutes. Remove the jars from the water bath and allow the tops to seal; you will hear a “pop” sound from the lid. Store preserved jam in a cool, dry place for up to a year.
