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Black Currant Jam

Ariana Quant / Uchi, CO; Event - Swine & Sweets at Heritage Fire Acreage Farms 2019

3 cups The Perfect Purée Black Currant Puree, thawed
1 cup fresh black currants, washed, dried and stems removed
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1 tbsp. lemon juice
Method:
1. Add the black currants and puree to a deep pot along with the sugar and lemon juice.
2. Stir to combine and turn the heat to high, stirring every now and then until the mixture starts to bubble and become hot.
3. Use a potato masher to mash the currants until they begin to fall apart.
4. When the mixture begins to boil, continue to stir every 30 seconds or so.
5. Continue boiling as the temperature climbs and don’t let it stop boiling until it reaches 220°F.
6. Once the correct temperature is reached, remove the pot from the heat and allow to cool.