Refrigerator jam is easy to make and it's a good way to use up fresh fruit if you have a lot of it (we have fig trees and a pear tree, so we have a lot of it.) Here are the supplies and recipes I use to make jam.
Recipe for making fig jam, including my favorite spice list.
How To Make Fig Refrigerator Jam
Tips for making pear jam, because it's not as straightforward as you think it is.
Making Pear Jam with Spiced Pears
Silicone spatulas are the best for multiple uses, and a set in different sizes means you'll always have one that fits the job (affiliate link)
Silicone Spatula Set
A giant measuring cup is more useful than you think if you make a lot of multiple batches of things! I love mine! (Affiliate link)
Glass Measuring Cup, Precise 8 Cup Capacity
Watkins is a classic brand for vanilla extract. Add more than the recipe calls for, it's good! (affiliate link)
Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Vanilla 11oz
How the crock pot jam method works
How To Make Easy Fruit Jams and Reductions With A Crock Pot
You're going to need one of these. (affiliate link)
Potato Masher
Use an immersion blender to get a pureed texture if you like more of an applesauce texture. (affiliate link)
KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender
My favorite unexpected spice to put into jams and pies. People can taste it but they can't figure out what it is. (affiliate link)
Cardamom
Get this in the big container because you can use it in everything. (affiliate link)
Ground Cinnamon
For fall baking, brown sugar gives you a warmer flavor than regular white sugar. (affiliate link)
Light Brown Sugar
Ground nutmeg is a nice addition to fruit pies and jams, it's a warm flavor that goes with a lot of fruits. (affiliate link)
Ground Nutmeg
Honey will add another flavor note to your jam, and it's something that people notice and enjoy. (affiliate link)
Honey
If you need new pots and pans, this Farberware set has you covered with pretty much all the basics you'll need. (affiliate link)
Farberware Classic Stainless Steel Cookware
Get a bunch of mason jars to put your jam in. They can be reused over and over then recycled. (affiliate link)
Ball® Mason Jars & Home Canning
What to do with the jam after you make it!
Fig Jam Sandwich Bar Cookies Recipe and Troubleshooting!
A little crockpot will make a batch of jam without taking too long (affiliate link)
