DIY: How to make jam from the comfort of your home

Making jam at home is a fun and rewarding activity that requires a few simple steps.

The basic idea is to cook any fruit of your choice with sugar until it thickens into jam. The process of reduction thickens the jam.

The naturally occurring pectin in the fruit helps it set. Pectin is not necessary, but if you want to use it, you can buy it at a store.

To make jam, you need to wash and prepare the fruit, removing any blemishes, stems, pits, and seeds. Then, you cook the fruit with sugar until it thickens.

The amount of sugar you need depends on the fruit you are using and your personal preference. You can also add lemon juice to enhance the flavor and help the jam set.

Once the jam is ready, you can pour it into sterilized jars and store it in the fridge or freezer. Finding the gel point can be tricky, but you can use a plate in the freezer to test it.

With an excellent fruit, a little patience, and some confidence, you can make delicious homemade jam in no time.