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Is making jam cheaper than buying jam?

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I do make quite a bit of jams and jellies each year. The answer depends on a couple of things: are you buying the fruit, or growing it in your yard? Do you want to count the time it takes? What scale are you going to make your batches in? read more

For most fruits, you would need to buy pectin to make the jam gel. Of course, you'll also need jars. Generally this means buying them in flats of a dozen. Unless you plan to use it all quickly or freeze the jam, you'll need the right kind of jars for use with sealing lids. It takes me a couple of hours to make a batch (6 jars) of jam or preserves. read more

B) The cost of the item I wish I could buy at the store - the really good stuff. That price is usually about 2x to 3x. Then, my goal is to be cheaper than 2x. Another Cost Consideration If you give homemade jam as holiday gifts, spending less than you otherwise would on a gift, there's additional savings for you. read more

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