Small Bites
Ginger Carrot Marmalade
This sweet marmalade gains a slightly tangy bite with the addition of ginger. Recipe courtesy The Food Channel.
Recipe courtesy The Food Channel.
Ingredients
2 pounds fresh carrots, peeled
4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons fine minced fresh ginger
3 lemons, fresh
2 oranges, fresh
To prepare
Finely grate the carrots. Place in a heavy saucepan with just enough water to cover them. Simmer over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain excess water. Return carrots to saucepan. Add sugar and minced ginger. Zest lemons and orange; add to carrot mixture. Juice lemons and orange; add to carrot mixture. Slowly stir until completely blended. Simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, for 45 minutes or until thick and glossy. Spoon into sterilized jars and cool. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 30 days.