Old Fashioned Strawberry Jam (5-Minutes)

Step 1: In a large wide saucepan, combine the berries with the sugar and lemon juice.

Step 2: Bring gradually to a boil over moderately low heat, stirring to dissolve sugar.

Step 3: Increase the heat to moderately high and keep at a full rolling boil without stirring for a good 5 minutes.

Step 4: Ladle the jam into 6 hot, sterilized half-pint canning jars.

Step 5: Cover with the lids and screw on the bands loosely.

Step 6: Let stand at room temperature until the jars are cool and lids are indented.

Step 7: Then tighten the bands and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.