Raspberries, Blueberries and Apricots oh my!

Just look at that color!! Beth and I went raspberry picking last Friday (yes we took off work to go pick berries and make jam). We went up to Green Acre Farms in Greece NY. (The farm has a pretty large store if you don't feel like picking your own and just want to drive up and buy some.) Right now they are picking blueberries, raspberries, and apricots. We picked them all! (this is also the farm I went to to pick strawberries earlier this year)

Raspberry jam is one of the easiest to make if you ask me. No pitting, pealing, or chopping. All you do it put them all in a big bowl and mash them a bit with a potato masher (or your hands). FYI: This is not a low sugar version.

• Using a large pot, stirring constantly, heat 6 cups mashed berries over medium high heat until they reach a full rolling boil (bubbles still happen even as you stir)
• Boil 2 minutes (keep stirring)
• Add 6 cups sugar
• Keep stirring constantly
• Bring back to a boil, stirring constantly (did I say this enough), boil for 2 more minutes.
• Remove from heat
• Pour in sterilized jars and seal with lids and rings
  
• Place into boiling water for 10 minutes (use your jar tongs don't just drop them in)
• Remove from water and let cool overnight, do not bump them while they cool

Next up... apricot jam
mmmmmm jam mmmmmmmmm