Jackson-Triggs Reserve Merlot & Wild Blueberry Jam
Recipe Date:
November 3, 2021
Cook Time:
00:20:00
Difficulty:
Easy
Measurements:
Imperial (US)
Ingredients
- 6 cups Wild Blueberries
- 1 1/2 cups Jackson-Triggs Reserve Merlot
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 tsps Vanilla or 1 Vanilla Bean, Seeds Scraped
- 2 tbsps Corn Starch
- 2 tbsps Cold Water
Directions
Wash the blueberries in cold water and be sure all stems are removed. Place a large pot over medium high heat and add Jackson-Triggs Reserve Merlot, sugar and vanilla. Bring to a simmer then add in the blueberries. Cook until the berries just begin to burst (this will take roughly 15 minutes). Mix cornstarch with cold water into a smooth paste in a small bowl. Pour into the simmering berries and stir immediately. Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, then pour into prepared (sterilized) jam jars.
Suggested Serving Tips
- Serve alongside charcuterie and cheese and pair with Jackson-Triggs Sparkling Wine
- Add a dollop into a rich tomato based ragu for some unexpected sweetness
- Take your favourite vinaigrette and add a teaspoon of jam, serve with goat cheese and tender greens for a summer salad and pair with Pinot Noir
- Marinade light meat like pork with fresh herbs, blueberry jam and red wine, then pair with Rosé
- Serve warm over pancakes or waffles
