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Grigson shows you how to make strawberry jam in our step-by-step
video recipe. Perfect for slathering on a Victoria sponge.
Preparation method    1. The day before you wish to make the
jam, hull and halve the strawberries. Check for soft spots
(which must be removed) and discard any berries with bruises or
that are overripe.    2. Place the strawberries into a large
bowl with 500g/18oz of the sugar. Turn carefully to mix and coat
well, then cover with cling film and place into the fridge
overnight.    3. The next day, place a saucer into the freezer
to chill - you'll need this when you come to test the setting
point of the jam.    4. Sterilise the jam jars - first wash the
jars in soapy water and rinse in clean warm water. Allow them to
drip-dry, upside down, on a rack in the oven set to
140C/275F/Gas 1. Leave them there for at least half an hour
while you make the jam.    5. Pour the strawberries, their juice
and any residual sugary juices in