CANTALOUPE BUTTER

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I haven't made this yet, but found the recipe on www.justfruitrecipes.com. I'm reposting it here since it seems like every time I'm ready to make it and go back to their site, their server is down.

Provided by PeacefulEeyore

Categories     Melons

Time 1h40m

Yield 2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 lbs soft ripe cantaloupes
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 lemon, juice of
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Remove the seeds of the cantaloupes and scoop out the edible portion of the pulp.
  • Dice the fruit coarsely and simmer, uncovered, in a preserving kettle until tender; or puree the pulp in a blender.
  • Measure the pulp; there should be 4 cups.
  • Return pulp to the preserving kettle and add the sugar, lemon juice, and nutmeg.
  • Cook the mixture uncovered over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is thick enough to spread, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Ladle into hot, sterilized jars and seal immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1050.3, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 219.7, Carbohydrate 262.9, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 257.4, Protein 11.5

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