Strawberry-Balsamic Preserves — FarmPal

Ingredients

• •8 cups organic strawberries (hulled and halved)
• •3 cups sugar
• •3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
• •2 tablespoons lemon juice
• •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• •1 package powdered pectin

Instructions

1. 1Select ripe but firm strawberries overripe berries break down too much and won't set well
2. 2Combine strawberries with pectin in large pot, crush lightly with potato masher
3. 3Bring to full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly
4. 4Add sugar all at once, return to full rolling boil
5. 5Boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching
6. 6Remove from heat, stir in balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and vanilla
7. 7Skim foam with large metal spoon
8. 8Let stand 5 minutes, stir gently (prevents fruit from floating in jars)
9. 9Ladle into hot half-pint jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace
10. 10Remove bubbles, wipe rims, apply lids
11. 11Process 10 minutes in boiling water bath
12. 12The balsamic adds subtle depth and complexity tastes like a high-end artisan product