Golden Passionfruit Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the passionfruits.
2. 2
   Halve and scoop out the pulpy seeds. Put aside in the fridge.
3. 3
   Put half the quantity of the shells in a pot and fill with enough water to just cover the tops. Boil for about 30 - 40 mins or until it turns translucent and soft.
4. 4
   Drain & cool for easier handling. Save 1 cup of boiled liquid.
5. 5
   When cooled, scoop out the inner flesh and discard the papery skins.
6. 6
   Pulse in a food processor or blender until a smooth puree.
7. 7
   Add to reserved seeds together with the lemon juice, reserved liquid and sugar in a deep stainless steel pot.
8. 8
   Stir over medium heat until all the sugar has dissolved. Then bring to a boil.
9. 9
   Set timer to 15 mins and allow to boil slowly without stirring too much except for the occasional scrape or two with a wooden spoon to make sure it doesn't stick to the bottom and burn.
10. 10
    Skim scum. (Say that quickly 5 times :D)
11. 11
    Turn off heat and cool for 15 - 20 mins before ladling into clean, sterilized jars.
12. 12
    * Great as plain ol' jam with toast or use as a filling for pastry or a topping for cheesecakes, ice creams .... go crazy!