Strawberry Preserves - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. whole strawberries
3 Tbsp. lemon juice
3 c. white sugar

Preparation

Place over low heat until sugar is dissolved.
Bring to a boil and boil 15 to 20 minutes.
Make jelly test and skim when necessary.
Pour into a shallow pan and let stand overnight.
Next morning, fill sterilized jars with cool preserves.
Paraffin wax may be added.
Seal.
Makes about 2 1/2 cups.
Recipe may be doubled, if desired.