Blackcurrant Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water to a slow boil in a big pot over a hob.
2. 2
   Add the fruit and give a small stir.
3. 3
   Then add the sugar.
4. 4
   Boil (rolling boil) for 40 mins approx.
5. 5
   and then take a tsp of jam and put it on a cool plate.
6. 6
   Leave for a 2-3 minutes.
7. 7
   If it wrinkles when pushed with your finger then the jam is at setting point.
8. 8
   If not, cook the jam for a minute or two more and test again.
9. 9
   Remove from the heat and pour carefully into desired jars.
10. 10
    Twist the lids on while the jam is still hot.
11. 11
    The jam will thicken up as it cools.
12. 12
    Leave overnight.
13. 13
    If a jar doesn't seal or doesn't have a lid, store it in the fridge and use the jam within a couple of weeks.
14. 14
    When set, it should have a gloopy texture; not too runny but not too thick either.
15. 15
    If it doesn't set don't throw it out; put it in the fridge.
16. 16
    It may thicken, but if not you can use it as a fruit compote instead.
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    Enjoy!