Sweet Strawberry Guava Jam

DIRECTIONS

• In a heavy saucepan, combine the guava paste, the strawberries, the water, and 1 cup of the sugar.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
• In a cup, combine the 2 tablespoons sugar and pectin. Stir well.
• Add this mixture to the boiling guava-strawberry liquid.
• Stir well, and let the mixture boil for at least 2 minutes to activate the pectin.
• Remove the pan from the heat, and add the lime rind.
• With a potato masher or immersion blender, mash the jam well.
• Pour it into a sturdy plastic container with a tight-fitting lid.
• Let the jam cool, then cover it.
• Chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.
• The jam will keep in the refrigerator for at least 1 month.