Blueberry Jam

Method

1. I

   Thaw and drain blueberries.

2. II

   Crush blueberries one layer at a time.

3. III

   Combine 3 cups crushed blueberries and lemon juice in a large saucepot.

4. IV

   Stir in Fruit Jell pectin.

5. V

   Bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.

6. VI

   Add sugar, stirring to dissolve.

7. VII

   Return mixture to a rolling boil.

8. VIII

   Boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly.

9. IX

   Remove from heat.

10. X

    Skim foam if necessary.

11. XI

    Preserve It-.

12. XII

    Ladle hot jam into hot "Ball" 8-oz jelly jar to 1/4 inch below rim.

13. XIII

    Wipe jar rim clean.

14. XIV

    Place lid on jar and tighten band, just until a point of resistance is met.

15. XV

    Process 10 minutes in a boiling-water canner.

16. XVI

    Cool for 12 to 24 hours.

17. XVII

    Remove bands.

18. XVIII

    Lids should be concave in middle.

19. XIX

    Yield: About 6 half pints.