Description
This Rhubarb Preserves is a delicious blend of sweet and tangy, made with fresh rhubarb, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts. Enjoy this homemade treat that captures the essence of summer in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (375 grams) chopped rhubarb
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place a small plate in the freezer before starting.
- In a large saucepan, combine rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to maintain a full boil for about 9 minutes, stirring as needed to prevent burning.
- To test if the jam is ready, drop a small spoonful onto the cold plate, wait a minute, and push with your finger. If it wrinkles and holds shape, it’s done.
- Stir in the vanilla extract once ready.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and cool on a wire rack for about 1 hour.
- Transfer preserves to clean jars and refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 year.
Notes
Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a different sweetness.
Ensure jars are clean for proper preservation.
Cool completely before sealing jars to prevent spoilage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 57
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg