Step 1

Place berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a heavy-bottom saucepan or pot. Stir to coat berries with sugar.

Step 2

Heat on MED-HIGH until the mixture comes to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to MED-LOW and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. Mash berries with a potato masher, if desired.

Step 4

Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Ladle into jars and let stand at room temperature until the jam cools completely.

Step 6

Add lids and store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 10 days or in the freezer for up to one year.