Cherry Freezer Jam

Serves:

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lb Sweet cherries
2 tb Lemon juice
4 1/4 c Sugar
Sure Jell pectin
3/4 c Water

Method:

Contributed to the echo by: Bob Henderson Cherry Freezer Jam: Remove stem and pits from cherries.
Finely chop in 1/8 inch pieces ending up with (2) cups of prepared cherries.
Combine fruit, lemon juice and sugar in a bowl.
Set aside for 10 minutes.
Mix water and the sure jell together in small saucepan.
Bring mixture to a boil over HIGH heat, stirring constantly.
Continue boiling for 1 minute.
Stir constantly for 3 more minutes.
Pour into Freezer containers, cover with lids and allow to stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
Store in freezer.
After opening, store in refrigerator up tp 3 weeks.