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Jar of homemade Italian lemon jam with spoonful on toast and fresh lemons in background
TINSUF RECIPES

Italian Lemon Jam

This bright, tangy jam is made with fresh lemons, sugar, and water—perfect on toast or desserts, and packed with vitamin C.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • - Ingredients
  • 4 large lemons
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • Zester
  • Citrus juicer
  • Saucepan
  • Sterilized jars
  • Spoon
  • Chilled plate

Method
 

  1. - Instructions
  2. Wash and zest the lemons, then juice them.
  3. Combine zest, juice, sugar, and water in a saucepan.
  4. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30–40 minutes.
  5. Test consistency on a cold plate.
  6. Let cool and pour into sterilized jars.

Notes

- Notes
Use organic lemons for best zest. Add herbs or spices for variations. Store in fridge or use canning method for longer shelf life.