Wild Blueberry Jam

The sweet and tart flavors of Maine wild blueberries are captured in this delicious recipe for wild blueberry jam. Its the ideal way to enjoy Maines flavor all year long and capture the spirit of summer.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh wild blueberries
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 packet fruit pectin

Instructions:

Thoroughly wash and drain the wild blueberries

Lemon juice and blueberries should be combined in a big pot

Mash the berries as they soften while cooking over medium heat

Bring the mixture to a boil after adding the fruit pectin and stirring

After adding the granulated sugar, boil the jam for ten to fifteen minutes, stirring continuously, or until it thickens and reaches the right consistency

After taking the pot off of the burner, allow it to cool slightly

After sterilizing the jars, fill them with the hot jam, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace

To guarantee appropriate preservation, put lids on the jars and process them in a boiling water bath for ten minutes

Before storing the jars in a cool, dark location, let them cool completely

Savor your homemade wild blueberry jam as a topping for desserts or on toast or pancakes