Simple Strawberry Preserves

Ingredients

• 1 package (1 lb.) frozen whole unsweetened strawberries
• 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/3 cup water
• 2-1/2 tablespoons no-sugar-needed fruit pectin powder

Directions

1. Place strawberries into 2-1/2-quart microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH, 3-4 minutes or until strawberries are thawed. Crush strawberries using potato masher (about 2 cups crushed). Stir in sugar, lemon juice and zest.
2. Place strawberry mixture into microwave. Microwave on HIGH, 5 minutes or until mixture begins to bubble. Remove from microwave. Stir in water and pectin. Microwave on HIGH, 5-8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until mixture bubbles and begins to thicken. Remove from microwave; transfer to jars. Seal jars; cool. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.