Description
This Italian Lemon Jam is bright, tangy, and sweet with the pure flavor of sun-ripened lemons. It’s perfect on toast, stirred into yogurt, or used as a glaze, and brings a burst of citrus sunshine to any dish.
Ingredients
- 4–5 organic lemons (washed and thinly sliced, seeds removed)
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Thinly slice the lemons and remove any seeds.
- Combine lemon slices, sugar, water, and salt in a large pot.
- Let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes to macerate and release juices.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 40–50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a jammy consistency.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
- Spoon hot jam into sterilized jars, seal, and let cool.
Notes
- Use organic lemons to avoid wax and ensure safe use of the peel.
- To check if the jam is done, test a spoonful on a chilled plate—it should wrinkle when pushed.
- Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to 12 months.
- Once opened, refrigerate and use within 4 weeks.
- Warm gently in a saucepan or microwave to soften before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
