Italian Lemon Jam
Italian Lemon Jam is a delightful blend of zesty lemons and sweet sugar, capturing the essence of sunny days in a jar. This versatile jam is perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or enhancing savory dishes. Quick and easy to make, it brings a taste of Italy to your kitchen while adding a burst of vibrant flavor to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 large fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 package (1.75 oz) pectin
Instructions
- Wash lemons thoroughly, zest using a microplane, and juice until you have 1 cup of juice.
- In a large pot, combine lemon juice, sugar, and water; heat over medium until sugar dissolves.
- Stir in pectin when the mixture begins to bubble; whisk continuously until thickened.
- Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until it coats the back of a spoon.
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars with half an inch of headspace and seal tightly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before storing in the refrigerator or pantry for at least 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg