Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 3 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry | 1 cup (152g) | 49 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Lemon | juice of 1 lemon (48ml) | 12 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound whole strawberries
- 1 1/2 cups sugar, can use up to 2 cups total
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
1.Puree strawberries using a food processor.
2.Pour pureed strawberries into a 4-quart microwave-safe bowl.
3.Add sugar and lemon juice, use up to 2 cups sugar, depending on tartness of berries.
4.Stir gently but thoroughly.
5.Microwave at 100% (high) until a full boil is reached. This should take about 7 minutes.
6.Stir, if needed, to keep mixture from boiling over.
7.Reduce microwave power to 50% (medium) for 5 minutes.
8.Stir once about half way through cooking time.
9.Cool and then strain using cheesecloth or a jelly bag, if desired, for a clear syrup. Makes about 1 pint.