Oriental rhubarb jam

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsRhubarb finely chopped
3cupsGranulated sugar
½teaspoonFive spice powder
¼cupChopped candied ginger
1xDash hot pepper sauce
3tablespoonsLemon juice

Directions

In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, sugar, five spice powder, ginger, hot pepper sauce and lemon juice; blend well. Place over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil, skim off foam and cook over medium heat, stirring frequenly, until mixture becomes transparent and thickens, about 15 to 20 minutes. Ladle into hot, sterilized jars; seal.

Makes about four 6 ounce jars.