Plum-Ginger Preserves

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September 11, 2011

Plum-Ginger Preserves
Mary Ofstie

4 1/2 cups diced plums (about 2 1/2 lbs)
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup minced crystallized ginger
1 pkg powedered fruit pectin

Stir together all ingredients in a 4-quart, microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high 8 minutes (mixture will boil.) Stir, microwave 8-10 minutes more or until thickened (similar to consistency of pancake syrup. Mixture will thicken as it cools.)

Cool mixture completely and chill. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 6 months.

Excellent with sweet potato biscuits, blueberry pancakes, toast and scones.