🍒 Cranberry Jam
A jam with a strong and aromatic flavor, perfect for breakfasts, desserts, and savory pairings 🍞🧀
Introduction
Of intense color and slightly tart taste, cranberries are perfect for making a natural and aromatic jam, enriched with a pinch of cinnamon and a splash of grappa to enhance the aromas.
This simple and homemade recipe is ideal for those who love authentic, rustic, and slightly spicy flavors.
Great to spread on warm bread, pair with aged cheeses, or as a side for roast meat or game dishes. 🌲🍽️
📝 Ingredients (for about 3 jars)
- 1 kg of fresh cranberries
- 250 g of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon of grappa (to seal)
👩🍳 Step-by-step Preparation
- Wash and drain the cranberries, then pour them into a tall pot.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- When they start boiling, add the sugar and the teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer slowly for 1.5 hours, continuing to stir regularly.
- When the jam has reached a thick and shiny consistency, let it cool slightly.
- Pour into sterilized jars, add 1 tablespoon of grappa on the surface for each jar, and seal tightly.
🫙 How to Store
- Invert the jars for a few minutes to create a natural vacuum.
- Let cool completely before storing in a cool and dark place.
- Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within a few days.
🍽️ Great with...
- Toast, dark bread or spelt bread
- Aged cheeses, like Casera or pecorini
- Game dishes, roasts, or wild game as a sweet and sour sauce
The image of the dishes is purely indicative and may not necessarily correspond exactly to the recipe
