Ginger Preserves III


Wash green ginger roots. Soak in cold water 1 hour. Boil 5 min. Change water. Repeat several times, depending upon whether a mild or strong flavored preserve is wanted. Boil ginger until tender, then put into cold water 1 hour. Drain & cook 5 min. in syrup made of 2 parts sugar to 1 part water. (Use 1 lb. sugar to 1 lb. ginger.) Let stand several hrs. Drain off & boil syrup 5 min. Pour over ginger. Let stand 2 days. Drain off syrup. Pack ginger into hot jars. Boil syrup until thick. Pour over ginger; seal a once.