Vegetable Marrow Jam

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Vegetable Marrow, peeled, seeded, and diced
• 1.5 pounds Granulated Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger, peeled and finely grated (Or substitute with lemon juice)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed (Or substitute with ginger)
• 0.5 cup Water (Optional, if needed)

Instructions

1. 1Peel, seed, and dice the vegetable marrow into small pieces (about 1/2-inch cubes). Weigh the diced marrow to determine the amount of sugar needed.
2. 2In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the diced vegetable marrow, sugar, and either grated ginger or lemon juice. Add water if the mixture seems too dry.
3. 3Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the marrow is translucent and the jam has thickened to your desired consistency. This may take about 45-60 minutes.
4. 4To test if the jam is ready, place a small spoonful on a cold plate. Let it cool for a minute, then push it with your finger. If it wrinkles, it's ready. If not, continue cooking for a few more minutes and test again.
5. 5Carefully pour the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Seal the jars according to standard canning procedures.