No-Cook Black Currants Mashed with Sugar for the Winter

Cooking method

1. Step 1:

   

   Let's get the ingredients ready according to the list. If you like, you can reduce the amount of sugar to make the preserve healthier. But keep in mind that sugar is a preservative, so using less of it can shorten the shelf life. Pick ripe black currants yourself or buy them from a trusted seller.

2. Step 2:

   

   Carefully sort through the berries, removing any debris and twigs, rinse them well under running water, and tip them into a colander. Let the water drain off completely.

3. Step 3:

   

   Using a hand masher or a blender, mash the berries into a smooth purée. You can also grind the currants in a meat grinder. If you like, you can press the berries through a sieve to remove the skins and large seeds, but it's better not to — every part of the berry contains nutrients.

4. Step 4:

   

   Add the sugar to the bowl of berry purée.

5. Step 5:

   

   Stir the contents until the sugar dissolves. Spoon the mashed black currants into clean jars, close the lids, and store the preserve in the refrigerator. Enjoy!