Description
Enjoy a delightful homemade French Rhubarb Jam Recipe with just three ingredients. Perfect on toast or as a dessert topping—try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.2 pounds fresh rhubarb stalks
- 3 ½ cups sugar
- 1 lemon (juice and halves)
Instructions
- Rinse the rhubarb stalks under cold water and peel off any tough skin. Chop them into smaller pieces.
- In a large jam pot, combine the chopped rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice (add the lemon halves for natural pectin). Mix well.
- Allow the mixture to sit for a few hours or overnight to enhance flavors.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat while stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Test for doneness using a candy thermometer (220°F) or the plate test (it should not run when tilted).
- Pour hot jam into sterilized jars, seal tightly, and cool before storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon / 20g
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose firm, vibrant rhubarb stalks for optimal flavor. Consider adding spices like ginger or cinnamon during cooking for extra depth. Ensure all jars are properly sterilized to extend shelf life.