Chia is a healthful and effective thickening agent. Use 1 cup of your favorite fruit and adjust the sweetener to your taste for tasty jam of any flavor
| PREP 20 min | TEMP medium | COOK 15 min |
- INGREDIENTS
- 1 c PITTED CHERRIES
- 1 Tbsp HONEY
- 1 Tbsp CHIA SEEDS
- INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine CHERRIES and HONEY in saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook 5 minutes, stirring gently; as they heat, mash the cherries gently with wooden spoon
- Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes
- Remove from heat and stir in CHIA SEEDS; mixture will thicken as it cools
- When cool, adjust sweetness to taste; may be stored in refrigerator up to two weeks in airtight container
CHIA SEED
Chia is a flowering plant in the mint family, native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. It is rich in calcium, phosphorous, and other minerals.
CHERRY
Cherries contain antioxidants, phytochemicals, vitamins, nutrients, and fiber. These support a healthy system and may reduce the risk of certain types of cancers.
Fruit & Stuff 