Pumpkin Preserves

Directions

1. 1
   Pour 3 cups of sugar over pumpkin and let stand, covered, overnight.
2. 2
   The next day, add remaining sugar and bring to boil in a heavy kettle.
3. 3
   Reduce heat and simmer 1 1/4 hours.
4. 4
   Add lemon slices and ginger.
5. 5
   Simmer 1 hour more.
6. 6
   Pack into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/2-inch space at top.
7. 7
   Wipe any spills from jar rims and immediately pour 1/8-inch hot paraffin on preserves.
8. 8
   Yield: 8 half-pint jelly glasses.