Golden Cherry Tomato And Ginger Jam

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Combine in a medium bowl: 2 pounds yellow or orange cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 cups sugar

2. Step 2.

   Steep, covered and refrigerated, overnight.

3. Step 3.

   Prepare a water-bath canner, gather all your canning equipment, place a couple of saucers in the freezer, and have ready 3 clean, hot half-pint jars.

4. Step 4.

   Transfer the tomatoes to a large heavy saucepan and stir in: 4 ounces ginger, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks; Finely grated zest and juice of 2 large lemons

5. Step 5.

   Bring to a boil, then boil rapidly until it reaches the jelling point. Remove from the heat and skim off any foam. Ladle into prepared jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Wipe the rims. Place lids on jars and screw on rings until fingertip-tight. Process for 10 minutes. Let cool completely and store as directed.