Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
A sweet-tart jam made from some of spring's best produce.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Inactive time2 hours hrs
Total Time2 hours hrs 35 minutes mins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: CSA recipe, Jam, Rhubarb, Strawberry
Servings: 4 8oz Jars (approximately)
- 1 lb rhubarb
- 1 lb strawberries
- 400 grams sugar (about 2 cups)
- 2 pinches of salt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Slice or dice strawberries into medium pieces, ¼ to ½ inch, toss in sugar and salt
Dice rhubarb into small pieces, slightly smaller than the strawberries, add to the strawberry mixture, toss and coat everything evenly together
Allow to macerate for about two hours
Prepare a medium saucepan with a candy thermometer (or have another thermometer handy)
Over medium to medium high heat cook mixture for 10-20 minutes or until you reach 220 degrees
For an extra clear jam, skim off any foam at the top of the jam. Allow to cool slightly and then ladle into a glass jar for storing in the fridge for 2-3 weeks or the freezer for up to 6 months.