Pumpkin Butter

Pumpkin Butter

Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

Cooking Directions:

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3 cups mashed cooked or canned pumpkin
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan; stir well. Bring to a boil;
reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered for 30 minutes until mixture is smooth
and thickened.

Quickly pour pumpkin butter mixture into hot jars, filling to 1/4-inch
from top. Wipe jar rims clean. Place lids with bands on and process in a
boiling water bath 15 minutes.

This recipe yields 4 half pints.