Spicy Strawberry Jam

A great spicy and flavorful twist to traditional strawberry preserves...mmmm... A sexy topping for vanilla ice cream, too!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 98 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
• 1 green chile pepper
• 2 cups chopped strawberries
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
• 1 cup sweet red wine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Soak the strawberries in red wine for 10 minutes, then transfer to a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. As soon as it starts to boil, add the ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, chile pepper, red pepper flakes, apple cider vinegar and salt. Boil over medium heat, stirring every 10 minutes, until the preserve thickens.

Step 2

Remove the chile pepper and cinnamon stick from the preserves. Ladle into clean 1/2 pint jars, wipe rims with a clean cloth or paper towel, and seal with new lids. Store in the refrigerator.