Granny’s Strawberry FIG Preserves
- 15m Prep Time
- 10m Cook Time
- 25m Ready In
A sweet jam made with fresh figs and strawberry Jell-O, reminiscent of a grandmother's pantry. Perfect for spreading on toast or biscuits.
Ingredients
- 710 ml fresh figs mashed
- 710 ml sugar
- 1 pack strawberry Jell-O
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 1 of 3 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 6 mg
- Iron: 0.3 mg
- Magnesium: 0 mg
- Phosphorus: 0 mg
- Potassium: 12 mg
- Zinc: 0.06 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 710 ml sugar
- 1 pack strawberry Jell-O
Prepare
- 710 ml fresh figs, mashed
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Sterilize 4 half-pint jelly jars, bands, and lids by boiling them or running them through a dishwasher cycle. Gather your canning tools and have them ready.
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Step 2.
In a saucepot over medium-high heat, combine 3 cups mashed fresh figs, 3 cups sugar, and 1 (3-ounce) package strawberry Jell-O. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a hard boil, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
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Step 3.
Remove the pot from heat and skim off any foam from the surface of the jam using a spoon or skimmer.
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Step 4.
Ladle the hot jam into the sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims clean with a damp cloth, place the lids on, and screw on the bands until fingertip-tight.
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Step 5.
Process the filled jars in a water-bath canner according to the manufacturer's instructions (typically 10 minutes for half-pints). Remove jars and let them cool undisturbed for 12 to 24 hours. Check seals, then store in a cool, dark pantry or refrigerator for up to 1 year.