Homemade Jam

[darkchild16]

Does it have to stay cold after its made? Or is it ok to be in a cupboard like store bought?

[JessLough]

Cool/dry/dark place for up to a year on the shelf.

[darkchild16]

Originally Posted by JessLough

Cool/dry/dark place for up to a year on the shelf.

but not fridge cold?

[JessLough]

Originally Posted by darkchild16

but not fridge cold?

Nope, not until it's open Just don't keep it in direct sunlight

[darkchild16]

COol. Its not for me. Its one of my ideas for christmas but I know how my grandfather is LMAO. Nothing lasts around here long enough to worry about expire dates

[Doberluv]

http://www.pickyourown.org/jam.htm

Here's a site with directions and all the safety tips.

[darkchild16]

cool thanks! I had the recipe but it didnt tell me how long it was safe and where.

[maxfox426]

As long as it is canned and sealed properly, it can just go on a pantry shelf, like others have said.

The site that Dober shared is wonderful, though the web design may look a little busy. lol! Definitely worth the read.

[Doberluv]

Be sure to boil the jars with jam how the directions say....that cooking under pressure is everything when talking about storing and keeping the jam for quite a while without spoilage. I remember making jam back when I lived in Idaho. I used my own raspberries. It was yummy. I even gave it away for extra Xmas presents. You just gave me a little incentive to make some again. I still have tons of Mason jars...just need to get some fruit or berries. It is a pretty fun project. Good luck!

[Doberluv]

A long time ago, I made freezer jam. It's really, really good. I think almost better than the kind you cook. But you must store it in the freezer so it's a little risky if the power goes out for a long time...you could lose it. But it tastes so fresh and good. And it's super easy!


http://www.preparedpantry.com/Recipe...reezer-jam.htm