Spiced Blueberry Jam

This is an easy and delicious recipe for Spiced Blueberry Jam. The recipe itself is from Alton Brown, so you know it has to be good. It has a strong blueberry flavor, with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and anise. The jam goes well with just about everything, from toast, chicken, pork (my favorite), and even a plain old spoon. Enjoy!

Step 1: Ingredients and Supplies

Here is an overview of what you will need for the entire process.

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 lbs . Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
3 cups Sugar
1/2 cup Water
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
5 Tablespoons (2 1/2 oz) Cider Vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Star Anise (finely ground)
1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
10 - 20 grinds fresh Nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon pre-ground)
1 (1 3/4 oz) Packet of dry Pectin

SUPPLIES:

Large Stockpot or Canning Kettle
Medium Large Saucepan
Hand Masher
Long Set of Pliers or a magnetic Lid-Wand (something for grabbing the lids)
Canning Funnel (optional, but highly recommended)
Canning Tongs (again, optional, but highly recommended)
6 (8 oz.) Jars (with rings and lids)
Dish Towel or Canning Rack (for holding the cans off of the bottom of the pot)
Spice/Coffee Grinder
Lemon Juicer
Nutmeg Grater

Comments

[tbcross]

Hi I was just wondering if you could use liquid pectin and anise seed? I couldn't find the dry pectin in our stores and the star anise was a no go. I know aniseseed and star anise are not the same but they do have a similar flavor.

[Eldjotnar]

You can substitute both. For the anise, I would add about the same amount, but maybe a little less. Liquid pectin will work, but 1 Tbsp liquid pectin = 2 tsp powdered pectin.

[tbcross]

Thanks! I appreciate the help, I haven't canned since I was a kid in high school and even then I just helped my gran, Oh and is that a dalek in your avatar pic?? I love Dr. Who! I've just started watching it and I'm hooked! :)

[Eldjotnar]

It is a Dalek! And Doctor Who is one of my favorites as well!