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A DIG Farm Youth Academy favorite — made with blueberries harvested right here on the farm!

Bright, sweet, and just a little tangy, this simple jam captures the taste of summer in a jar. Perfect on toast, stirred into yogurt, or spooned over ice cream.

Makes about 3–4 half-pint jars

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh DIG Farm blueberries
• 2 cups sugar (or a bit less if you prefer it less sweet)
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for extra brightness)
• Pinch of salt
• Optional for a firmer set: 1 grated apple or 1–2 Tbsp powdered pectin

Instructions

1. Rinse the blueberries and place them in a heavy-bottomed pot. Mash lightly with a potato masher or the back of a fork, leaving some berries whole for texture.
2. Add the sugar, lemon juice, zest (if using), salt, and your choice of grated apple or powdered pectin (if using). Stir well and let sit for 10–15 minutes so the berries begin to release their juices.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat to a lively simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes (a few minutes less if using pectin), stirring frequently, until the jam thickens and looks glossy.
   (Tip: To test readiness, place a small spoonful on a cold plate — if it wrinkles when you push it with your finger, it’s done.)
4. Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Ladle into clean jars, leaving about ¼-inch headspace.
5. Let cool, then refrigerate. It will keep for 2–3 weeks in the fridge, or process in a water bath for longer storage.

Youth Academy note: The children love harvesting, helping mash the berries and testing the “wrinkle” — pure summer joy in a jar!

Watch the video from one of our Youth Academy days when we made this jam together [here].

Happy foraging and preserving! 

Allison & Livia

Wild Roots Project & Youth Academy

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Wild Basketry, Foraging & Herbalism, Creative Culinary Classes, and Sustainable Farming through the DIG Farm Youth Academy run from April through early November, with dozens of dates available. These programs offer apprenticeship style, seasonal learning for teens and preteens, ages 10-18. 

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