Vanilla Bean Strawberry Jam

The vibrant flavors of summer berries are perfectly preserved in this delicious Vanilla Bean Strawberry Jam. This traditional jam is given a distinctive twist by the addition of vanilla beans and lemon, which makes it a tasty and adaptable topping for your preferred morning foods or desserts.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and granulated sugar

Mix well and let it sit for 1 hour, stirring occasionally

After an hour, transfer the strawberry mixture to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan

Add the scraped vanilla bean seeds, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the saucepan

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil

Stir frequently to prevent sticking or burning

Once it boils, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the jam thickens and reaches the desired consistency

Be sure to stir occasionally

While the jam is simmering, prepare clean, sterilized jars for canning

Once the jam is ready, remove the saucepan from the heat

Discard the vanilla bean pod

Carefully ladle the hot jam into the prepared jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top

Wipe the jar rims clean, place sterilized lids and rings on the jars, and tighten them securely

Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure they seal properly

Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool on a clean towel or cooling rack

Once cooled, check that the lids have sealed properly by pressing down on the center of each lid

If it doesnt pop back, its sealed

Label the jars with the date and store them in a cool, dark place

Enjoy your homemade Vanilla Bean Strawberry Jam