I was enchanted by most luscious looking Strawberries during my recent trip to Costco. I couldnt resist and bought the 64oz pckt. With such a abundant qty in one’s hand the first thing that comes to one’s mind is Jam. My last yeild of Raspberry Jam was almost getting over with jus few spoonfuls left - so this looked to be a good time.

Home made Jams have this advantage of controlling the level of sugar. I like it with less sugar - here I have used Brown Sugar (its little healthier than white - and little is better than nothing ;-)). There are various combo one can use to get that sweetness to the jam which I have given below. All have worked for me.

Method

1. Slice the strawberries into quarters and place them in a large bowl.

2. Add the lemon juice and mash the berries well.

3.Transfer them into a stovetop Pan or Microwave bowl and mix the sugar and stir well.

4.M/W for 2 min and then stir well till the sugar is dissolved. Then microwave for 30-45 min ( depending on ur m/w) and keep stirring it every 5 min.

5.Do the spoon test. The Jam is done when the the juice is v thick when you dip a metal spoon in the fruit and lift to see a thick not-runny consistancy. The spoon should be cold - take a spoonful and cool. When the cold jam is of the gel like consistancy - the jam is done. If it is still runny microwave it further for 5 min before testing again.

6.Transfer to a sterilized jar and enjoy it with your bread

This goes off to Valli’s Microwave Event : Bottled

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Dear Dee sent me my much awaited Arusuvai Package. There is something real special to get such treats from blogger friends. She sent me a whole caboodle of goodies starting from Aam papad ( which I finished off the moment it came!), a box of curry powder,a delicious mix of cereal with oats,maple syrup and crunchy nuts and one m/w safe lunch box - all accompanied by her sweet letter. Recipes coming soon.

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This girl is exceptional and v enthusiastic about anything and everything. Well thats my perception about Madhuram. Talking with her on many counts have been memorable and although I have recently v v occupied with lots of stuff and hardly chatting up with her - I am sure going to flaunt my award which she bestowed upon my ‘modest’ shoulders.

Dear Madhu - thanks a bunch for thinking of me

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