Microwave Jam Strawberry

Directions

1. 1
   Clean and remove hulls from strawberries; crush them to make 2 cups.
2. 2
   Add lemon juice, sugar and butter or margarine.
3. 3
   Prepare fruit and flavorings and place in a 2-quart glass measure or a 2 1/2 to 3-quart casserole.
4. 4
   Add sugar and butter; stir thoroughly. Cover with waxed paper; microwave on High for about 6 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.
5. 5
   Remove waxed paper and stir fruit. Microwave, uncovered, on High 2 minutes; test by dripping fruit mixture from side of metal spoon, they should be thick.
6. 6
   If not thick enough, reheat to boiling, then microwave, uncovered, for 2 more minutes on High; test consistency again.
7. 7
   Pour into sterilized jars; fill about 2/3 full.
8. 8
   Cool and cover with lid.
9. 9
   Can refrigerate or freeze.
10. 10
    Makes 2 cups.