Canning Strawberries

Ingredients

4 cups strawberries, washed and hulled

1/2 cup sugar (optional)

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon citric acid

Directions

1. Place washed and hulled strawberries in a large pot, sprinkle with sugar, and stir to mix

2. Cover and let sit for about 6 hours to macerate

3. Prepare a water bath canner and sterilize your jars

4. Add citric acid to the pot if using, bring the strawberries and juice to a simmer, and cook for 1 minute until heated through

5. Pack strawberries into jars and cover with the juice, leaving 1/2 inch headspace

6. Remove air bubbles, adjust headspace, and seal jars with 2 part lids

7. Process in a water bath canner for 10 minutes (pints) or 15 minutes (quarts), adjusting for altitude