This delicious wine jam recipe is the perfect reflection of the unique Italian culture. Italians value fresh food that is consumed in season. This is why canning and jarring seasonal foods for consumption later is so popular in this diverse country.
Wine jam is a versatile accompaniment to a variety of dishes. Use this jam as a complement to a cheese and meat platter served alongside crackers. Or spread it on a myriad of breads and other grains for a fun twist on breakfast. For an explosion of flavors and textures, try layering this jam with a water cracker and cream cheese.
This recipe makes six jars of approximately 1/2 pint, allowing you to keep a few yourself and give a few as presents.
Ingredients for Wine Jam Recipe
3 pounds strawberries
2 cups dry red wine
3 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 package (approximately 6 tablespoons) pectin
Preparation for Wine Jam Recipe
After washing and hulling the strawberries, mix the fruit with the wine and sugar and refrigerate overnight so that the berries will absorb the wine. The next day, bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and then refrigerate again overnight.
Prepare your jars and lids for the canning process before beginning the preparation of the jam. Put the strawberries in a colander and then pour the remaining juice into a large stockpot. Boil the juice until the temperature reaches 212°F measured with a candy thermometer.
Add the strawberries and pectin to the strawberries and simmer until the temperature reaches 220°F. Smashing a few of the strawberries will deliver a more even texture and reduce clumps. Fill the prepared jars to about 3/4 inches from the top. At this point, a standard canning process can be followed to ensure that the jam stays fresh and is properly preserved.
You can use a variety of red wines for this recipe, depending on the flavors that you enjoy the most. Good choices include Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot varietals. This recipe is the ideal way to harness the fresh produce of Tuscany with the wines that make it famous!
