Elderberry Jam

Jam from the elderberry - lat. Sambucus nigra--

We have this shrub in the garden and it would be a shame not to use it.

The elderberry is rich in vitamins C, A, B-B1, B2, B6, B12, contains fruit acids and acts as an antioxidant.

Juice and fruits are used as a home remedy for colds.

!!!!! SAMBUNIGRIN poison is in immature fruit, so it is necessary boiling the fruits !!!!

1.3 Kg berries

5 apples - for thickening ( or plums,pears)

about 600 g of sugar ( 400-500 grams/Kg)

cloves 4-5

citric acid ( 1 tea spoon)

Clear jars (i'm using used jars and lid)

colander -optional ( seeds and peel are OK for me)

1- use a fork to clean and wash in water

2- I use apples to thicken, you can also use other seasonal fruits e.g. pears

3- pour into pot and put on the stove - 20-30 min. to kill poison

4- after 30 min. -- optional colander and then

5- add sugar and cook for another 20-30 minutes, (depending on what liquid jam you like),stir really often so that the bottom does not burn.

6-then pour the still hot jam into jars, close them tightly and turn them over

7-congratulate yourself and start washing dishes :-)

Thank you.