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Surprise Raspberry Jam

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

Serves:

5-1/2 cups

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About the Recipe

Ingredients

  • 5 cups chopped peeled fresh tomatoes

  • 4 cups sugar

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin

Preparation

Step 1


Wash three 1-pint plastic or freezer-safe containers with hot, soapy water. Dry thoroughly.


Step 2


In a large saucepan, combine tomatoes, sugar and lemon juice. Cook and stir over high heat until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 25 minutes. Remove from heat. Skim off foam if necessary. Add gelatin; stir until completely dissolved.


Step 3


Immediately fill all containers to within 1/2 in. of tops. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Wipe off top edges of containers; cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 3 hours or until set, but not longer than 24 hours.


Step 4


Jam is now ready to use. Refrigerate up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 12 months. Thaw frozen jam in refrigerator before serving.







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