How to Make Your Own Old-Fashioned Strawberry Preserves

Gather the ingredients. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Wash the strawberries in cold water and drain thoroughly. Hull them and discard the caps. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Combine the berries with the sugar in a large stainless steel or enamel-lined pan and let sit for 3 to 4 hours. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel In a medium saucepot, bring the strawberries to a boil slowly, stirring occasionally. Add the lemon juice. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Cook rapidly over medium heat until the strawberry mixture is clear and the syrup is thickened, or about 15 minutes. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Ladle or funnel the strawberry preserves into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel Cool and store in the fridge until ready to use. ​The Spruce / Teena Agnel