Breakfast
Ingredients
| Ingredient | 20 (makes approx. 1 ½ cups) |
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| Chopped strawberries (fresh or frozen) | 3 cups |
| Chia seeds | 3 tbsp |
| Lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Honey (optional, if needed) | 1 -2 tsp |
Method
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1
Place chopped strawberries in a saucepan and cook over a medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue to cook until the strawberries break down and bubble. |
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2
Use a fork, spoon or potato masher to mash the strawberries to reach your desired consistency. |
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3
Add chia seeds, lemon juice and vanilla extract to the saucepan and stir until well combined. |
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4
Taste the mixture and adjust as necessary. If needed, add honey. Stir until well combined. |
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5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow to cool for 5 -10 minutes. The mixture will thicken as it cools. |
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6
Stir the mixture one last time and enjoy! |
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7
Serve the jam immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 -3 days. |