Rhubarb Freezer Jam Recipes

STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB JAM

Steps:

• Toss the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, lemon zest and juice and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan to combine, then mash slightly to release some of the berry juice. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow the mixture to macerate and the sugar to dissolve. Meanwhile, place a small plate in the freezer to chill; this will be used to test the doneness of the jam.
• Place the saucepan over medium-high heat. (See Cook's Note for flavor additions.) Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium low, stirring frequently. Continue to cook until the jam becomes thick and syrupy, about 1 1/2 hours. To test doneness, place a small amount of the jam onto the chilled plate and freeze for 2 minutes. Drag your finger or spoon through the jam. If the jam holds its shape and thickness, remove from the heat. If it's runny, continue to cook and test again in 5-minute increments. Once the jam has reached the right consistency, transfer to jars and cool completely before storing, covered tightly. Jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.

(WHATEVER) RHUBARB FREEZER JAM

Steps:

• 1. Dice rhubarb and measure out sugar into a separate bowl.
• 2. Place rhubarb and water into a large pot or skillet and cook on high until water starts to boil, stirring occasionally. Once it starts to boil, cook 2-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until rhubarb is tender.
• 3. Stir in sugar. Bring to a rolling boil (where the bubbles can't be stirred away). Keep on a rolling boil, stirring constantly, for 7 minutes. (You may want to wear an oven mitt, as the steam gets pretty warm stirring for that long)
• 4. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in pie filling (I used raspberry) until blended. Add jello and stir constantly for 3 minutes, or until jello is dissolved. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
• 5. Ladle into freezer containers. Store in the fridge for immediate use, or freeze up to 1 year. -If your rhubarb has a lot of moisture in it already, only use 1/2 cup of water. -You can alter the amount of sugar to your own taste. -Change up the flavors of pie filling or jello to make custom flavors of jam.

30 MINUTES TO HOMEMADE CERTO STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB FREEZER JAM

Steps:

• Rinse clean plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly.
• Measure crushed strawberries and finely chopped rhubarb into large bowl. Stir in sugar. Let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Mix pectin and lemon juice in small bowl. Add to fruit mixture; stir 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and no longer grainy. (A few sugar crystals will remain.)
• Fill all containers to within 1/2 inch of tops. Wipe off top edges of containers; immediately cover with lids. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours. Jam is now ready to use. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze extra containers up to 1 year. Thaw in refrigerator before using.

EASY APPLE RHUBARB JAM

Steps:

• In a large saucepan mix together the rhubarb, apples, sugar, water and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, then cook over medium heat for 20 minutes or until the fruit is soft. Stir in the pectin and boil for 5 minutes.
• Ladle into sterile jars, wipe rims with a clean cloth or paper towel, and seal with new lids. Process in a bath of simmering water for at least 10 minutes, or as recommended by your local extension if you are at a high altitude. Store unopened jars in a cool dark place. Refrigerate jam after opening.