Sweet and easy to make strawberry jam with a hint of vanilla and almond flavor!

4 cups strawberries, chopped

3 T. granulated sugar (add an extra tablespoon if your strawberries aren't very sweet or you prefer a sweeter jam)

Juice of half a lemon

2 t. cornstarch

pinch of salt

1 t. vanilla extract

1/4 t. almond extract (optional, but recommended)

In a large saucepan over medium high heat add the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and cornstarch.
Stir the mixture until all of the cornstarch is dissolved.
Bring the berries to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium low, cover with a lid, and let them simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, use a potato masher to mash the strawberries.
Once you get the consistency you desire let the jam continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until it has thickened slightly.
Remove the jam from the burner and stir in the vanilla and almond extract.
Let the mixture cool slightly before pouring it into two pint size jars with lids.
Store the jam in the fridge or freezer until you are ready to use it.