Blackberry Jam

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash berries and cook in saucepan over moderate heat until juice begins to flow and berries are soft.

2. 2

   Run through a food mill to obtain juice and pulp.

3. 3

   Measure out 4 cups of juice and pulp mixture and place in preserving pot.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Add sugar and cook over moderate heat until candy thermometer reaches about 220 degrees F (about 30 minutes).

6. 6

   Pour into jars and seal.

7. 7

   Extra juice and pulp may be kept in refrigerator for 2 weeks or frozen for making another batch of jam later.

8. 8

   Yields 6 half pints.