Spicy Portuguese Pumpkin Jam

• 1 12 kg pumpkin, dice (weight after peeling and deseeded)
• 1 12 kg white sugar
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
• 13 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 12 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger (OR ground cinnamon and cardamon)

1. Just cook the pumpkin (on the stove or in the microwave) with 1/2 cup water until cooked.
2. Do not drain the liquid.
3. Add the sugar and stir over a gentle heat until the sugar has dissolved (about 3-5 minutes).
4. Add the remaining ingredients and boil until thick and glossy (about 20 minutes).
5. Pour into steralised jars and seal while hot.
6. Store in the cupboard for 6 months and keep in the fridge once opened.

pumpkin, white sugar, lemon rind, lemon juice, fresh ginger

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spicy-portuguese-pumpkin-jam-506215 (may not work)