Sparkling Holiday Jam

Ingredients

• 2.5 quarts strawberries, coarsely chopped
• 1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
• 2 (2 ounce) packages powdered fruit pectin
• 1 teaspoon margarine
• 5 pounds white sugar

Steps

1. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Let simmer while making jam.
2. Combine strawberries, cranberries, pectin, and margarine in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in sugar and return to a boil. Cook for 1 minute; remove from heat.
3. Quickly fill jars to within 1/2 inch from the top. Wipe rims clean and put on lids. Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.