Spiced Pumpkin Butter

1. 1

   Put the pumpkin in a steamer and steam for 10 minutes or until soft.

2. 2

   Transfer to a blender or food processorand process until you have a smooth puree.

3. 3

   Transfer the puree to a heavy nonreactive pot and add the sugar.

4. 4

   Using a clean coffee mill, grind the spices to a fine powder.

5. 5

   Stir into pumpkin puree along with the lemon juice and zest.

6. 6

   Simmer the butter over low heat for 60-90 minutes until very thick, stirring frequently.

7. 7

   Take care as the batter can spatter as it cooks.

8. 8

   The mixture is quite thick to begin with but needs long cooking to condense and form the butter.

9. 9

   When the puree is as thick as it can be (it will begin to stick to the bottom of the pan no matter how often you stir) and when a wooden spoon drawn across the bottom of the pan leaves a clear path, it is ready.

10. 10

    Ladle it into hot sterilized jars, seal and label.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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