Freezer Jam for Frances

Rinse and drain the berries, then place them, 2 cartons at a time, in a medium bowl and crush them with a potato masher. Transfer the crushed berries to a large bowl and repeat until you have 3 cups of crushed berries.

Pour the sugar over the berries and stir to mix. Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

In a small saucepan, mix 1 cup of water and the pectin and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 1 minute (a parent's job). Remove the pan from the heat and pour the mixture over the berries. Stir well to combine.

Divide the mixture among 5 freezer-safe containers. Cover the containers and let the jam set at room temperature for 24 hours, then refrigerate or freeze. Makes about 7 cups.