1. Slice the guavas into 1/4 inch thick pieces and place them in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
2. Cover the guava slices with water and simmer for about 1 hour, or until soft.
3. Let the cooked guavas cool, then strain through a jelly bag to extract the liquid.
4. Return the measured guava liquid to a clean saucepan and add an equal amount of sugar.
5. Add lime juice (approximately 1 tablespoon per 2 cups of liquid) and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
6. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, skimming off any foam periodically.
7. Continue boiling until the jam reaches its setting point, then remove from heat.
8. Bottle the jam in sterilized jars, seal tightly, and store in a cool, dry place.

Your homemade guava jam is now ready to enjoy on toast, biscuits, or as a delightful addition to desserts!

Guava Jam

Ingredients