pumpkin preserves

How To Make pumpkin preserves

• Step 1
  Layer pumpkin with sugar in a large bowl. Cover and let stand overnight, stirring once or twice.
• Step 2
  Drain the juice off the pumpkin into a large pot. Bring to a boil and boil 10 minutes.
• Step 3
  Grate the lemon rind.
• Step 4
  Add the pumpkin pieces, grated rind and pulp from the lemon to the boiling juice.
• Step 5
  Tie cloves in a cheesecloth bag. Add to pot.
• Step 6
  Cook at a low boil for 40 minutes.
• Step 7
  Remove cloves and pour into hot, sterile jars. Seal. Makes 4 pints.
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