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Hot Pepper Cranberry Jam

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Hot Pepper Cranberry Jam is a delightful fusion of sweet, tangy cranberries and spicy hot peppers, with a citrusy kick from lemon. This jam is perfect for adding flavor to sandwiches, meats, cheeses, or crackers.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh cranberries

2 cups granulated sugar

1 cup water

2–3 hot peppers (such as jalapeño or serrano), finely chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp lemon zest

Sterilized jars for storing

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, water, hot peppers, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the cranberries burst and the mixture thicken. It’s done when the jam coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Transfer the jam into sterilized jars, filling them almost to the top. Seal the jars tightly.
  6. Cool completely and store in the refrigerator.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature, perfect with cheese, meats, or crackers.

Notes

This jam can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. If sealed properly, it can last for months.

If it thickens too much after refrigerating, gently reheat with a splash of water to reach the desired consistency.

Adjust the heat by using fewer or more hot peppers depending on your spice preference.

For a non-spicy version, omit the hot peppers for a tangy cranberry jam.

If you prefer a sweeter jam, you can experiment with other sweeteners like honey or maple syrup.

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