Recipe For Homemade Pineapple Jam Recipe Without Preservatives

Hey hey hey folks, did you know that pineapples are incredibly versatile and can be consumed in a variety of ways? Homemade jam (without preservatives) is one of those ways.

Homemade pineapple jam is a must for any festive season. Not only can you control the amount of sweetness, but the taste is totally different than the shop bought version. This version of pineapple jam is so much easier than the grated version. The entire pineapple is blended with the exception of the core. This also yield a slight sweet sour flavor to the jam.

Ingredients

1 ripe pineapple

1 cup of sugar

Method

Use a sharp kitchen knife and cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple and proceed to peel the pineapple. After all the skin (you can made a juice with the pineapple skin) has been removed, dig out the black spots of the pineapple. Cut up the pineapple into small pieces. Place enough of the pieces of pineapple into blender (to get about 2 cups) and pulse. You might need to add a small bit of water to the blender to get it going. If you have a good food processor, you would not have to add any water.

Put the blended pineapple (2 cups) into a pot. Put the pot on the stove and add the sugar. Stir constantly. When the pineapple begins to boil, turn down the fire to low and allow the pineapple to dry down and thicken. This process should take about 15 minutes and the mixture needs to be stirred constantly.

Turn off the stove and allow the jam to cool. Transfer to mason jar. Refrigerate.

What is a Mason Jar? Mason Jars primary purpose were for canning and food preservation back in the days when refrigerators were not easily available. The lid has two parts, a lid with a rubber ring on the underside, which creates a vacuum seal (which is so integral for safe canning), and an outer band with screw threads that are reusable.

Mason Jars come in different sizes and can be used in a variety different ways. Here are just a few ways they can be used: Container gardening, candle holders, tooth brush holder, vase and bathroom storage. Some mason jars are designed with a handle and looks like a beer mug. You can enjoy your favorite beverage or smoothies in these types of mason jars.

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Benefits of Pineapples

Pineapples are tropical fruits that are rich in vitamins, enzymes and antioxidants. They are low in calories and high in water content which means you can include it into your diet but in moderation. Here are five amazing health benefits of pineapples that you might not have even imagined: