We Be Jammin'... Gingered Rhubarb Jam

Gingered Rhubarb Jam

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Makes 3 half pints 

4 cups diced fresh rhubarb 

3 cups sugar 

3 tablespoons finely chopped candied ginger 

2 tablespoons lemon juice 

red food coloring, if desired, for color 

Combine rhubarb, sugar, ginger, and lemon juice in a large pot and let stand until sugar is moistened by juices, about 20 minutes. Place over medium-high heat and cook, stirring often, until thick and clear, about 15 minutes. Skim off foam and add red food coloring if using. Ladle into hot sterilized canning jars to 1/4 inch headspace, wipe rims, and assemble lids. Process in boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes.