How to Make Your Own Jam Making your own homemade jam is a great place to start your canning journey. The recipes are simple, and the process is usually pretty quick (approximately 2 hours, including clean up). There are many benefits to making your own jam & jellies. You know every single ingredient that goes into the jam or jelly. You have them in your kitchen and use them all the time – fruit, sugar, pectin, and depending on the jelly maybe apple cider vinegar. When done properly, these jars can be stored in a cool, dark spot for up to 18 months without spoiling. They make excellent homemade gifts or additions to a charcuterie board that will impress your friends & family. The price of groceries is beyond ridiculous, and the supply chain is uncertain. It’s cheaper to buy local, in-season fruit and make your own. All my recipes…

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