rhubarb jam with fruit

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Marshfield, WI
Updated on May 17, 2014

I got this recipe from a friend, and after the friend had also given me an abundance of rhubarb from her garden. This is a very easy jam to make. I love the added crushed pineapple, and maraschino cherries in this jam.

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 8 (half pints)

Ingredients

  • 6 cups - finely chopped rhubarb
  • 4 cups - granulated sugar
  • 1 (8 oz.) - can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1/2 cup - chopped maraschino cherries (l just cut the cherries in half)
  • 1 (6 oz.) - box strawberry gelatin

How To Make rhubarb jam with fruit

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl, add the rhubarb and sugar; stir to coat evenly.
  • Step 2
    Cover the bowl, and place it in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Step 3
    The next morning, place the rhubarb mixture in a large kettle, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  • Step 4
    Lower the heat just a bit, and gently boil for 15 minutes (stirring constantly).
  • Step 5
    Add the undrained crushed pineapple, the chopped maraschino cherries, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Turn off the stove, then add the dry gelatin powder to the kettle; mix well.
  • Step 7
    Transfer the jam to the sterilized glass jars, and cover with the lids.
  • Step 8
    Cool the jam to room temperature, before storing it in the refrigerator or freezer.

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