Jam Making 101 (EASY Rich Strawberry Jam)
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27 июля 2010
SUCCESS!!!!!!!!!!! This was my first ever attempt at making homemade jam and canning it. Thank you for the most simple directions. They were easy to follow. I'm hearing "POPS" as I post this. I can't wait to give these away to my friends.Этот рецепт был приготовлен/опробован мной!
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