Zutaten für Spiced Pumpkin Preserves
- Pumpkin
- Optional: Whole cloves for spiking pumpkin (if desired)
- 1/2 cup water
- Cider Vinegar
- Brown Sugar
- White Sugar
- Cinnamon Sticks
- Allspice
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Zubereitung von Spiced Pumpkin Preserves
- Prick pumpkin chunks (about 6 cups) with a fork.
- In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar, 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 2 cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to create a flavorful syrup.
- Add the pricked pumpkin chunks to the simmering syrup. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender but still holds its shape.
- While the pumpkin simmers, sterilize your pint jars and lids in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
- Carefully spoon the hot pumpkin mixture into the sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace at the top of each jar.
- Top with hot syrup, again leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Remove any air bubbles by gently running a non-metallic utensil around the inside of the jar.
- Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth.
- Place lids and rings on the jars, tightening fingertip-tight.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Ensure jars are completely submerged.
- Remove jars and let cool completely. You should hear a popping sound as the jars seal.
- Once cool, check seals by pressing down on the center of each lid. If the lid doesn't flex, it's sealed properly.
- Allow the preserves to age for at least 2-3 weeks for optimal flavor development. Store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
562g
Fat
0g
Carbs
51g
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