Strawberry & Raspberry Jam Fest

My mom and I have been up to our ears in jam since yesterday. But it was a success! I do think, however, all 1000 sq. ft. of our humble mansion seems to be covered in a sticky mess.

When you work with fruit and sugar, it just happens.

We used the tried and true recipe that my mom has been making for YEARS. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

You can find this freezer jam recipe here. Don't be intimidated. Freezer jam is so easy. I think we made around 30 jars in under 3 hours. Personally, I will always make freezer jam, as you do not have to mess with cooking the fruit, canning, etc.

But, if that is your sort of thing, by all means...

Obviously, my jam will be making an appearance at the market later today. Wish me luck!

We also enjoyed a pretty good meal last night of baked pasta, roasted garlic asparagus, bread sticks, and vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries.

The baked pasta I threw together the night before consisted of this - whole wheat pasta, organic Bertolli tomato and basil spaghetti sauce, ricotta cheese, parmesan, garlic, parsley and topped with mozzarella. So easy.

Well, I am off to get ready for the market later today - BY MYSELF. Yep, have grandma as a babysitter so I'm rather excited.

It's the little things.

Would you like to comment?

MellissaJune 9, 2010 at 8:05 AM
I have never made Jam and would love to try!
JessicaJune 9, 2010 at 8:13 AM
GOOD LUCK AT THE MARKET!
So freezer jam...you need a lot of freezer space I take it?
Ally's Sweet and Savory EatsJune 9, 2010 at 8:19 AM
Jessica - this jam stays in the fridge up to 3 weeks after you make it, then heads to the freezer. So yes, if you are keeping it all to yourself, it would be best to have room in your freezer! But, I'll be selling mine and just keeping a few jars for myself:)
NickyJune 9, 2010 at 9:11 AM
Good luck today Farmer Ally:) Mom needs to make more jam as we are all out! Jordan and Hunter will only eat Grandma's jam! We need to get together soon. Missing baby Drake:)
UnknownJune 9, 2010 at 10:15 AM
Good luck today!!!! That jam sounds great!! Your dinner looks great too!
Beth @ Beth's Journey to ThinJune 9, 2010 at 10:22 AM
My mom makes freezer jam but I've always been scared of trying it! Good luck selling it today!!!
JanaJune 9, 2010 at 11:22 AM
Ally - I make it every year with my mom! It is SO easy to do. Messy but very easy. A good time :)
Beth @ DiningAndDishingJune 9, 2010 at 12:09 PM
BEST of luck at the market! I think it's so cool you get to be an actual vendor :).
UnknownJune 9, 2010 at 1:11 PM
Have fun out alone, I am the mom of a soon to be 2 year old! I totally understand - jam looks great
ChristinaJune 9, 2010 at 2:23 PM
Oh it looks beautiful! Good luck out there today - and enjoy your "me" time! :)
Out of the Box into the KitchenJune 9, 2010 at 2:25 PM
goodluck! i hope it goes well with your jam! i made freezer jam a couple weeks ago and it was very easy!
Anne @ Food Loving Polar BearJune 9, 2010 at 11:51 PM
Your baked pasta sounds heavenly!
Anne @ Food Loving Polar BearJune 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
Your baked pasta sounds heavenly!
heatherJune 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
goodluck! i hope it goes well with your jam! i made freezer jam a couple weeks ago and it was very easy!
Beth @ Beth's Journey to ThinJune 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
My mom makes freezer jam but I've always been scared of trying it! Good luck selling it today!!!
MelissaJune 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
Good luck today!!!! That jam sounds great!! Your dinner looks great too!
Sweet and SavoryJune 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
Jessica - this jam stays in the fridge up to 3 weeks after you make it, then heads to the freezer. So yes, if you are keeping it all to yourself, it would be best to have room in your freezer! But, I'll be selling mine and just keeping a few jars for myself:)