Apricots are the fruits that smell like summer. Easy to pack for a day at the beach, they are wonderfully refreshing and full of flavor. It is no coincidence that summer fruits generally have a high water content, and apricots are no exception. Made up of around 85%-90% water, they are especially hydrating during hot summer months.
Translation | Amaryllis Tsegou
They pair perfectly with yogurt, nuts and whole-grain cereals, helping to keep you fuller for longer while providing a steady release of energy. They can also be used in various delicious summer recipes, including this easy homemade jam. The best way to store jam is in sterilized glass jars with airtight lids.
How to Sterilize Glass Jars
- Remove the lids, wash the jars thoroughly and place them, along with the lids, in a pot of water deep enough to cover them completely.
- Simmer for 15 minutes. The water should be kept at a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil, otherwise the jars may crack.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 100°C. Place the jars upside down on a baking tray lined with a clean kitchen towel, with the lids alongside them and leave in the oven for a further 15 minutes.
Easy Homemade Apricot Jam
Prep time: 15 mins | Cooking time: 45 mins | Total time: 1 hour
Ingredients
for 3 medium jars
- 1½ kg apricots
- 900 g sugar
- juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups water
Directions
- For the apricot jam, wash the apricots, cut them in half and remove the pits. Cut again into quarters and place them in a heavy-bottomed pot in alternating layers with the sugar.
- Add the water and bring to a boil over medium heat, reducing the heat if the mixture boils too vigorously and begins to splatter.
- Skim off any foam with a slotted spoon and stir frequently to prevent the jam from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- When the jam has thickened and appears clear and glossy, add the lemon juice and bring it to a final boil. The jam is ready when a few drops of syrup placed on a chilled plate do not spread.
- Immediately divide the hot jam among the sterilized jars. Seal with the lids, turn the jars upside down and leave them to cool completely.
- Once fully cooled, turn the jars upright and store them in a cool, dark place.
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