Pumpkin Ginger Jam

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I always loved pumpkin preserves, but this recipe is my favorite. You may decide to omit the ginger and only add lemon, but in my opinion, ginger makes it very special.

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
9 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
16
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 2 pounds peeled and seeded pumpkin, cut into small cubes

  • 5 ¼ cups white sugar

  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges and seeded

  • 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated

Directions

  1. Stir pumpkin and sugar together in a saucepan. Cover and let stand, 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Place unpeeled lemon wedges in a food processor; purée until smooth.

  3. Place pumpkin and sugar mixture in the saucepan over high heat. Stir in lemon and ginger. Bring to a rolling boil; cook, stirring frequently, until pumpkin is translucent but still holds its shape, about 30 minutes. Mash to desired consistency.

  4. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add jars and lids and boil for 5 minutes. Pack pumpkin mixture into hot jars and cover with lids. Let cool, then refrigerate and use within a month.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

271 Calories
0g Fat
70g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 271
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 70g 25%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 66g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 207mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.