Rhubarb & vanilla jam

Rhubarb & vanilla jam

Homemade jam doesn't have to be just a summer treat with this sweet-sharp seasonal recipe

Difficulty and servings

Easy

Makes 3 x 1lb jars

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 10 mins

Cook time

Cook 25 - 30 mins

Plus cooling time

Method

  1. Put a small plate in the freezer. Put the rhubarb into a preserving pan or your largest saucepan with the sugar and halved vanilla pods. Heat gently, stirring, until all the sugar has dissolved, then squeeze in the lemon juice and increase the heat.
  2. Boil for about 10 mins, skimming off the scum as you go (the fruit should be soft). Test for setting point by spooning a little onto your chilled plate. After 1-2 mins, push your finger through the jam - if the surface wrinkles it is ready, if not, keep cooking for 2-min intervals, testing in between. (Or if you have a sugar thermometer it should reach 105C)
  3. Once the jam is ready, let it cool for about 15 mins before ladling into warm sterilised jars and sealing. Will keep for 6 months in a cool, dark place.
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Sterilising jars

Wash your jars in hot, soapy water, then leave in a low oven to dry completely. Keep them warm. Alternatively, run the jars and lids through a hot dishwasher cycle, then let them dry.

44 kcalories, protein 0g, carbohydrate 12g, fat 0 g, saturated fat 0g, fibre 0g, sugar 12g, salt 0 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, February 2010.

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  • Binder photo DJW

    2010-04-21 15:33:18.065363

    DJW rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Easy and tasty not too sweet a good way to use up excess rhubarb

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  • 2010-05-16 20:41:47.772641

    kitkat rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    This is delicious and easy to make. I only had one vanilla pod and found this was enough. Will definately be making this again!

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  • 2010-05-17 16:07:50.593766

    zoe22 rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    I made this with half quantities, very easy and really tasty, not entirely sure what the vanilla brings, might have to leave it a few weeks to develop. I will be making this again, but maybe I'll try leaving out the vanilla.

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  • 2010-05-28 19:52:17.280372

    happyhearthappysoul rated and commented on this recipe

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    This is so yum! And so easy! Was my first jam-making attempt and recipe was great, the 2 vanilla pods really make it very more-ish

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  • Binder photo ejt

    2010-06-02 16:49:18.454904

    ejt rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    I only used 1 vanilla pod and found that was plenty. Gorgeous jam, very easy, and utterly delicious!

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  • 2010-07-20 20:24:17.633189

    Carmela rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Agree with those who said it's easy and delicious!

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  • 2010-08-20 15:36:38.409721

    Jennyf commented on this recipe

    OOOh what? The mother of all jams this one..I'm not particularly over-fond of rhubarb but the vanilla lifts it into anther dimension...fantastic! I didn't have jam sugar, so just used granulated and it worked a treat. Thank you!

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  • 2010-08-20 15:37:26.714689

    Jennyf rated and commented on this recipe

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    Forgot to rate it!

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  • 2010-08-20 15:39:33.920899

    Jennyf commented on this recipe

    Ps..didn't have a lemon, but had two small limes..

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  • 2010-09-02 13:34:41.546235

    katiemeyer rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Made this without the vanilla and it was a massive hit, made it loads of times since and it's always gone down well.

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  • 2010-09-30 12:54:25.571085

    Nicola rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Very tasty - the vanilla really does add to the jam...it's a bit like having rhubarb and custard on toast because of the vanilla flavour, but it's not overly sweet which is good. I'll be making more in the spring when the new rhubarb starts coming through!!

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  • 2010-11-09 02:09:04.953511

    TrikkiMotiv rated and commented on this recipe

    4 stars

    Made this recipe a few months ago...I used a higher quality pectin that stated I needed less sugar, and added strawberries...so, basically used this recipe for inspiration then! Went strawberry picking and made the jam on the same day, so they still had that fresh, sun-baked taste. The crowds went wild and I'll be giving them away as presents all Christmas.

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  • 2011-01-13 11:16:46.384233

    Anne commented on this recipe

    Where did you get these jars from - different from the norm and they look great?

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  • 2011-01-29 13:03:04.544892

    YummyMummy rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    Absolutely scrumptious! As some reviewers suggested, I used only 1 vanilla pod and that was plenty. I wouldn't skim off the scum though, as you'd be removing the lovely vanilla seeds too. Delia suggests putting in a small knob of butter at the end before filling the jars, and that's worked a treat. Will difinitely be making this again.

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  • 2011-03-02 08:37:22.890752

    lorraine commented on this recipe

    Can you use jam with added pectin ?

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  • 2011-03-04 16:40:37.812966

    foodylover commented on this recipe

    Can anyone tell me where I can purchase vanilla pods, can you find them in a supermarket or fruit shops. Thanks for your help

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  • 2011-03-30 15:49:01.568984

    Fatso commented on this recipe

    Made this today, really lovely jam, have packed it up in fancy jars to give away as presents - Added the amount of vanilla called for in the recipe and I wouldn't add less, it gave it a lovely flavour. Also didn't skim the top while cooking as recommended by a previous poster, didn't need to really Foodylover, you can pick up vanilla pods in most bakery sections of the supermarket

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  • 2011-03-30 15:49:20.244999

    Fatso rated and commented on this recipe

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  • 2011-04-02 12:46:17.059327

    Crees commented on this recipe

    not sure if anyone replied to the vanilla hunter .... you can get them at any supermarket. Sainsbury, waitrose are quiet expensive, but even Asda sell it - and it is still good quality. Tesco - (political issues) i really try to avoid - but i have seen it in there in the past. Hope this helps. - by the way GF, the forum is really great - helps me to make my mind up over a recipy. Crees

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  • Binder photo jo

    2011-04-13 17:44:01.747098

    jo rated and commented on this recipe

    5 stars

    quick and easy, delicious. this jam really makes your mouth water as you eat it. will make again soon.

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Difficulty and servings

Easy

Makes 3 x 1lb jars

Preparation and cooking times

Preparation time

Prep 10 mins

Cook time

Cook 25 - 30 mins

Plus cooling time

Ingredients

  • 1kg rhubarb , weighed after trimming, cut into 3cm chunks
  • 1kg jam sugar (or 1kg caster sugar plus 1 x 8g sachet pectin - we used Tate & Lyle)
  • 2 vanilla pods , halved lengthways
  • juice 1 lemon
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44 kcalories, protein 0g, carbohydrate 12g, fat 0 g, saturated fat 0g, fibre 0g, sugar 12g, salt 0 g

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