Blackberry & Thyme Jam
You're about to embark on a flavorful journey with blackberry and thyme jam. Imagine spreading homemade jam on warm toast, rich with the tart sweetness of blackberries and the subtle hint of thyme. This isn't your everyday store-bought jam; it's a delicacy you've created. Let's dive into selecting the finest blackberries, mastering the jam-making process, understanding the health benefits, and finding inventive ways to share your delectable creation. Ready to start?
Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed blackberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 sprigs thyme
- 1 whole allspice
- 1 star anise
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine the mashed blackberries, sugar and lemon juice over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- While the mixture is heating up, make a cheesecloth sachet and fill it with the thyme, cinnamon stick, allspice, and star anise. Drop it into the blackberry and sugar mixture.
- Simmer the mixture for 30 minutes, and then remove and discard the sachet.
- Allow jam to cool, and then transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 weeks.