Cooking Corner: Homemade Berry & Thyme Chia Jam
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Market District Homemade Berry & Thyme Chia Jam
Compliments of our Market District Chef Janice Kirich
Makes: 1 Pint
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 20minutes
Ingredients:
- ½ lb Raspberries
- ½ lb Blackberries
- ¼ cup Honey
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice, fresh
- 2 tbsp Thyme, fresh
- 2 tbsp Chia Seeds
Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, place berries, honey, lemon juice, & thyme.
2. As berries are breaking down; smash with a masher or fork to desired consistency.
3. Bring to a boil and continue until a sauce forms (about 5 minutes).
4. Taste for sweetness; add more honey if desired.
5. Stir in chia seeds; cook one more minutes. Mix well and remove from heat.
6. Let the jam sit and thicken as it cools.
7. If you desire a thicker consistency, add another 1 tsp of chia seeds; wait ten minutes before adding a second tsp as it will continue to thicken.
Note: The chia jam can be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
