Paula’s Homemade Blueberry Lemon Preserves

Recipe Courtesy of Paula Deen

Based on 12 Reviews

A zesty summer fresh blueberry jam, just waiting for your morning toast.

Servings: 7 Jars
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Difficulty: Moderate

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5 cups blueberries
6 1/2 cups sugar
Zest of two lemons
Juice of two lemons
2 (3 ounce) envelops liquid fruit pectin (Ball Fruit Jell)
7 (8 oz.) Canning Jars with lids

Directions

Prepare jars and lids according to manufacturer’s instructions.

In a large saucepan over high heat add blueberries, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice. Stir frequently while bringing to a rolling boil. Stir in pectin and continue boiling for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Skim any foam if necessary and ladle into the hot prepared jars. Be sure to leave at least a 1/4” space at the top of the jar. Place the cap on the jars and process for another 15 minutes in a canner with boiling water.

Reader Comments:

Amazing.

By Caroline on November 21, 2011

These preserves are awesome!! The lemon gives them a very fresh taste. I made these using frozen Costco blueberries. Will definitely make again. The same day, I also made Alton Brown's spiced blueberry jam. My husband likes this recipe better, but they're both so good, I can't decide which I like best.

By Beth on August 30, 2011

Absolutely scrumptious ! We loved it and it is a huge hit with friends and family! This is now my "go-to" blueberry jam!

By Amy on August 02, 2011

Love this! Ive blueberries on hand and will be making this tonight :)

By Suzanne on August 01, 2011

This jam is AWESOME!!!!! I made a batch and gave some to family. The kids love it. We eat it on everything from biscuits to PBJ's. My brother-in-law tries to steal a jar everytime he comes over! Good first time recipe with great results. Try it you'll love it!

By Lisa Yarbrough on July 31, 2011

I made these preserves for the first time, however, I only used 4 cups of sugar and it is very good. Not sure you would need the 6 1/2 cups sugar!

By Avis on July 29, 2011

This tastes great.But it did'nt quite set.How can I fix it?

By sheila kelley on July 29, 2011

Ms. Paula, I was wondering if instead of using 6 cups of sugar if you could substitute other sweeteners like splenda? Or maybe half splenda half sugar? Thanks so much for your help! Erica BOultinghouse

By Erica Boultinghouse on July 29, 2011

I just starting making these preserves last year, and they are the absolute best I've ever eaten. Easy to make, and a hit with all of my friends and family!

By Lisa Scott on July 13, 2011

This recipe inspired me to try canning! Great recipe and got to use my Mom's old canning equipment which was fun too.

By Anonymous on August 27, 2010

These preserves are delicious and easy to prepare! I plan to make them every summer!

By bremann on July 21, 2010

Awesome! I made these preserves and my whole family loves them! Super easy too! Try it, you will LOVE it!

By DebbieGee on July 10, 2010

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Paula’s Homemade Blueberry Lemon Preserves

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