Strawberry Preserves

Directions

1. 1
   Place in a wide kettle alternate layers of sugar and berries. Bring slowly to a boil.
2. 2
   After the whole mass is boiling, cook 9 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add the lemon juice or cream of tartar.
5. 5
   Let stand overnight.
6. 6
   The second day, boil for 9 minutes. Allow to cool; place in sterilized jars.
7. 7
   Seal with paraffin. Cooked this way, the preserves are beautiful and tender.
8. 8
   Jelly surrounds the plump, bright berries.