elderberry jam

More information on foraging and exploring elderberry here.

This recipe is a great way to quickly preserve the flavor of elderberries for later use on toast or in dessert applications. Makes 4 half-pint jars.

• 4 cups fresh elderberries

• 3 cups granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Sterilize 4 half-pint Mason jars.

Bring ingredients to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Continue boiling, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 220° or jam falls in a “sheet” when spoon is removed, about 20 minutes.

 Pour evenly into jars and seal.