Does anyone have any jam recipes to share?

There is the initial outlay of supplies and equipment, so it depends on your tenacity. The procedures are pretty straightforward.

Here’s a typical page of instructions. Read the list of equipment you need, in the middle of the page.

At the bottom there is a cost analysis (from 2009 but you can add the cost-of-living increases) to give you a general idea.

I don’t have any recipes handy right now but I’ll look some up for you. It isn’t more economic than the generics, but oh the taste is so much better. I always love homemade over the store brands.

@gailcalled Thanks great link.

Cleanliness of the jars is of utmost importance. Scrub with boiling water and bleach. Rinse twice with boiling water. It is much cheaper to buy jelly, jams or preserves from the grocery store. I think everyone should know how to make their own though and should make their own, at least once in their life. Have fun.

Pot jam is the quickest. A quart of strawberries, a quarter cup of water and a cup of sugar. Simmer gently until it thickens. Cool and use.
This is not for canning. It’s for immediate use.

One of the best things about making your own jams and jellies is that you can create flavors that just are not available in the stores. One of my favorites Honey Lemon Jelly is great for novices, because it’s simple. It’s awesome on cornbread as well as toast. You can find the recipe at MyRecipes.com There is also a yummy Peach Cinnamon jam recipe there too. Have fun!

Check this out for a homemade Jam recipe:link