CERTO Banana Butter

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   Boil jars on rack in large pot filled with water 10 minutes.

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   Place flat lids in saucepan with water.

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   Bring to boil.

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   Remove from heat.

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   Let jars and lids stand in hot water until ready to fill.

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   Drain well before filling.

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   Mash bananas thoroughly.

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   Measure 3 cups into 6- or 8-quart saucepot.

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   Stir in lemon juice.

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    Add fruit protector, if desired.

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    Mix sugar thoroughly into fruit in saucepot.

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    Add margarine.

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    Bring mixture to full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly.

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    Quickly stir in fruit pectin.

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    Return to full rolling boil and boil exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Skim off any foam with metal spoon.

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    Ladle quickly into prepared jars, filling to within 1/8 inch of tops.

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    Wipe jar rims and threads.

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    Cover with two-piece lids.

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    Screw bands tightly.

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    *Invert jars 5 minutes, then turn upright.

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    After jars are cool, check seals.

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    *Or follow water bath method recommended by USDA.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.