Fresh Strawberry Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Wash berries.
2. 2
   Slice, combine with sugar in a 4-quart enameled or stainless-steel pot.
3. 3
   Let stand several hours or over-night, until natural juices form.
4. 4
   Bring jam to boiling.
5. 5
   Stir very gently until sugar dissolves.
6. 6
   Keep at a moderate boil for 10 minute Add gratd orangerind andorange juice.
7. 7
   Return to heat and bring toboiling again.
8. 8
   Test for a jelly-stage of 220 degrees on a candy thermometer (or when the liquid slides from spoon to form a large drop).
9. 9
   This will be about 3 minute after jam returns to boling.
10. 10
    Remove from heat and skim off foam.
11. 11
    Pour hot jam into hot, sterilized jars.
12. 12
    Seal according to manufacturer's instructions.