Summer Lemon Jam

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Lemons are definitely one of my favorite fruits. They can be used for making both sweet and savory dishes, and even amazing drinks. The possibilities are endless. Citrus season is normally in the Winter, but I love that lemons are accessible year round.

One thing I love making with lemons is a Summer Lemon Jam. The combination of sour and sweet is simply irresistible. I made this Jam using Calphalon Contemporary™ SharpIN™ Nonstick 13-Piece Cutlery Set to slice the lemons to perfection. The knife set features a uniquely designed nonstick-coated blade with a longitudinal ridge that prevents food from sticking.

These knives are incredible. The sliced through the lemons with such ease and precision. They also get sharpened two ways. By removing the knives from the storage block and by putting them back. So, these knives never get dull!

After you slice all of the lemons, add all the slices to a saucepan to start the cooking process. I used the 2.5 qt saucepan from the

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Lemon jam uses fresh lemons which can make the jam extremely tart. So, to reduce the tartness, we cook them in water twice before cooking it the final time and adding the rest of the ingredients.

After pouring off the water a final time, to the lemon slices add the honey, sugar, lemon juice, zest and water. Cook it down until it slightly thickens and the lemon pieces become soft.

Cool in the pot for about half an hour, then pour the mixture into a glass jar with an airtight seal. Leave it in the refrigerator overnight at minimum. You want the jam to thicken and solidify more.

When it’s ready, you can use it for anything. Use it as a spread for toast or muffins. Add it as a topping for pancakes or waffles. One way I love using the jam is as a glaze for chicken or turkey. You can mix some of it with bourbon and/or chicken stock and brush it on the meat at the final stage of cooking. This jam is so versatile, it can be used in many ways. Enjoy!

This recipe is adapted from One Good Thing