Top 10 Tips for Jam Success
- Certo products are not interchangeable
- Look for best before/expiry date on Certo Pectin packages
- The right amount of sugar is critical for a good set
- Do not double recipes. Jam or jelly may not set
- Measure fruit or juice after preparation - use immediately
- Use firm ripe fruit - overripe or extra fruit not called for will affect the set
- Crush berries with a potato masher
- Sterilize jars or freeze jams
- Unsweetened frozen fruit can be used
- Use food processors to prepare fruit only when specifically recommended