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Sweet Rhubarb Jam with Honey

Sweet Rhubarb Jam with Honey - Naturally Sweetened Delight

Delight in this Sweet Rhubarb Jam with Honey, a naturally sweetened treat that's easy to make and free of refined sugar.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 4 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups fresh rhubarb trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup honey or maple syrup for variation
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger or fresh grated ginger for a stronger flavor
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot
  • small mixing bowl
  • sterilized jars
  • Ladle
  • spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Trim and slice fresh rhubarb, rinse under cold water and let drain.
  2. In a bowl, mix lemon zest, ground ginger, and a pinch of salt. Squeeze juice from the lemons.
  3. Combine rhubarb, honey, lemon juice, and spice mixture in a large pot and stir gently.
  4. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until thickened.
  6. Add vanilla extract before removing from heat, and stir well.
  7. Sterilize jars in boiling water while the jam cools slightly.
  8. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
  9. Process filled jars in boiling water for 10 minutes.
  10. Let the jars cool at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours and check seals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh rhubarb for best flavor. Adjust salt and spices to taste. Store in airtight jars.

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