Ingredients for Strawberry Margarita Preserves
- 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 cup peeled and chopped tart apples
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 1/4 cup Cointreau or triple sec
- Strawberry Schnapps
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How to Make Strawberry Margarita Preserves
- Combine 4 cups sliced strawberries, 1 cup peeled and chopped apples, and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice in a large stainless steel or enamel saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Add 3 cups granulated sugar, stirring constantly until completely dissolved.
- Reduce heat to low and boil gently, uncovered, stirring frequently, for approximately 40 minutes, or until the mixture reaches the gel stage (a small amount placed on a chilled plate wrinkles when pushed with a finger).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup tequila and 1/4 cup Cointreau or Triple Sec. Return to a gentle boil for 5 minutes.
- Carefully ladle the hot preserves into clean, hot, sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet. Adjust processing time based on altitude according to your canning guide.
- Remove jars and let cool completely. Check for seals; any jars that haven't sealed should be refrigerated and consumed sooner.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
578g
Fat
0g
Carbs
50g
