CANTALOUPE OR HONEYDEW PRESERVES
Preserved melon with a hint of ginger. Probably one of the more unusual fruits to preserve, but delicious. Would make a special gift.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories Melons
Time 46m
Yield 9-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drop melon into boiling water.
- Let water return to a boil, then drain.
- Rinse with ice water, and let drain for 20 minutes.
- Spread the melon on a platter, sprinkle with alcohol and let stand for 15 minutes.
- Make a syrup by mixing 2 cups of the sugar with the cup of water.
- Add the ginger to the syrup and cook mixture over low heat, gradually adding the rest of the sugar.
- Add the melon to the syrup and continue cooking until melon becomes transparent.
- Remove the ginger.
- When mixture has cooled, place in jars and seal.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.1, Fat 0.1, Sodium 8.6, Carbohydrate 93, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 92.8, Protein 0.4
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Makalu Sherpa
[email protected]These preserves are a great way to use up extra melon. They're also a delicious and unique gift.
Brunetta Guter
[email protected]I love the way these preserves taste on toast. They're the perfect breakfast treat.
Rafiq Smart Tv
[email protected]These preserves are a delicious and easy way to enjoy fresh melon.
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[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I'll definitely be making these preserves again.
Prince Hood
[email protected]These preserves are a great way to add a pop of flavor to your favorite dishes.
Riyad Sheikh
[email protected]I love the bright green color of these preserves. They're so pretty!
Karen Wambui
[email protected]These preserves are the perfect way to enjoy the taste of summer all year long.
Robbin Cassino
[email protected]I've been looking for a cantaloupe preserves recipe for a while and I'm so glad I found this one. The preserves are delicious and they were easy to make.
Aisha Mustafa
[email protected]I made these preserves with a mix of cantaloupe and honeydew and they turned out great! I love the way the two melons complement each other.
fatima Ali Nuhu
[email protected]These preserves are so versatile. I've used them on toast, waffles, pancakes, and even ice cream. They're always delicious.
Walter Gildersleeve
[email protected]I've never made preserves before, but this recipe was easy to follow. The preserves turned out great and I'm so glad I tried them.
Zukiswa Mcanda
[email protected]I love the combination of cantaloupe and honeydew in these preserves. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Edward Maher
[email protected]These preserves are a great way to use up leftover melon. They're also a delicious and unique gift.
Nuru Khan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cantaloupe, but I loved these preserves. They're so sweet and flavorful. I'll definitely be making them again.
Alison Wieburg
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love the preserves. They're perfect for gifts, too.
love mih
[email protected]I was looking for a way to use up some extra cantaloupe and I found this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The preserves are delicious and I've been using them on everything from toast to ice cream.
Hasnain Ali shah
[email protected]I made these preserves with honeydew melon and they turned out great! I love the combination of the sweet melon and the tart lemon juice.
Agha Jan
[email protected]These cantaloupe preserves are incredible! I've never had anything like them before. They're so flavorful, and not too sweet. I'll definitely be making these again.