It's a copper jam pan....lovely, isn't it? It's big, thick and has the most beautiful luster to it. I fell in love with it after one of my favorite jam making books said real jam is made in a copper jam pan. After many seasons of making jam in boring stock pots, this was a sensory pleasure that is worth the time it takes to clean the pan!
Copper heats more evenly, does not discolor the fruits and the shape of the pan lets the moisture evaporate so you do not need to use as much pectin or clear gel. Strawberries simmering in this pan are an amazing sight.....their color is amplified. I found myself stirring a pan of jam and refusing to bottle it because it was too lovely in the pan.
Jam makers know to properly make jams, jellies and bottled goods you must have the proper equipment. I would give this pan two thumbs up for bringing the beauty and pleasure back to jam making. I found it on eBay for $50. Send me your thoughts and recipes!
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