Black Raspberry Jam With Natural Preservative Sage
You want to savor those unique produce finds? This simple black raspberry jam can be enjoyed for weeks with the addition of natural preservatives of sage and honey, which are known for their antimicrobial properties. Sage can add a soft, yet savory flavor that will give your toast, granola, yogart, or even a lovley pairing with your cheese plate.
Throughout history, civilizations have used sage to reduce spoilage in meat until the beginning of refrigeration. There are ongoing studies today on how we can use herbs to slow down the growth of microbes in our food.
Sage has been used for centuries for its healing abilities. The scientific name, Salvia officinalis is derived from the latin word, salvere, which means “to be saved”. Our food system needs a lot of saving these days with the growing occurance of food contamination.
It is harder for bacteria to build a resistance to the complex structures of herbs. If you want to know more about how we can Fight Foodborne Oubreaks with Herbs, now is a good time to really think about where your food comes from.
Black raspberries are also high in ellagic acid. Medicinally, ellagic acid is used to prevent cancer and treat viral and bacterial infections. The best sources of ellagic acid in the diet are strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and walnuts.
Chia seeds in this raw and vegan recipe can be used as a gelling agent and contains omega-3’s, protein, and fiber. Cranberry Apple Chia seed Jam Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 cup black raspberries or blackberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablepsoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage minced or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a jar. Double the ingredients for a bigger batch. Place in jar in refrigerator overnight! That's it!
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