In various regions of Russia, blueberries are called black berry, bilberry, blueberry, chernega. It contains a huge amount of natural antioxidants that prevent vision loss and the development of malignant tumors. In addition, this fruit is very tasty. Blueberry jam with lemon is an excellent remedy for preventing colds. During an epidemic of influenza and ARVI, it is better to drink hot tea with jam than to swallow medicine.
Specifics of making blueberry and lemon jam for the winter
Blueberry dessert is created in a variety of ways. But it’s better not to use water to make the mixture thick. And cooking should be done in a wide enamel basin so that more liquid evaporates.
During cooking, the product must be constantly stirred with a wooden spatula so that it does not burn. From time to time, foam will appear that needs to be removed.
Necessary products for jam
The classic recipe suggests that the housewife should take the following ingredients:
- black berries - 1 kilogram;
- granulated sugar - 2 kilograms;
- lemons - 2 small pieces.
The ratio of fruit component and sugar is the key to creating a truly delicious dessert. If you take few sweet crystals, the product will turn out sour and may ferment.
To make the delicacy tasty, sugar is taken twice as much as all other ingredients. Only this ratio guarantees that the product will be sweet and thick.
Rules for choosing ingredients
Choose large, ripe chernega, preferably not too wrinkled. They sort it through, removing leaves and twigs. Then put in a colander and rinse under running cold water. Leave the water in this bowl to drain.
Citrus fruits are bought large, without signs of spoilage. They are also washed.
How to prepare containers for blanks
Small glass jars are selected as storage containers. They are thoroughly washed with any soap and rinsed. Place to dry on a clean towel. The containers are then pasteurized in a convenient manner.
How to make blueberry jam with lemon
Black berries are covered with granulated sugar and left at room temperature overnight.In the morning, the lemon along with the peel is passed through a meat grinder. Both ingredients are mixed, put on fire, brought to a boil, and cooled. The heating and cooling procedure is carried out another 2-3 times.
After all the manipulations, the hot jam is poured into prepared containers and sealed with plastic lids doused with boiling water.
The jars are placed on a horizontal surface and covered with an old blanket. Only after complete cooling is the container removed to a permanent storage location.
Storage conditions for treats
Fruit delicacies are stored in the cellar or on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator for no more than 9-10 months. After this period, vitamins and microelements begin to break down. The preparation will remain tasty, but not healthy. The product should not be allowed to freeze or remain in direct sunlight for a long time. Such weather conditions lead to spoilage of the dessert. The opened product should be consumed within 3-4 days.
Blueberry-raspberry jam is a healthy, aromatic, tasty preparation. Morning or evening tea with her will please all family members. You can also add a sweet dessert to milk porridges and ice cream. And homemade pancakes and pancakes with delicacies will take on a completely different taste.
