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This delicately-spiced preserved pumpkin makes the perfect companion to any kind of salad or served as an hors d'oeuvres. It's a winter condiment to accompany your dinner or lunch and keeps for six months in the refrigerator.

This delicately-spiced preserved pumpkin makes the perfect companion to any kind of salad or served as an hors d'oeuvres. It's a winter condiment to accompany your dinner or lunch and keeps for six months in the refrigerator. 2 lbs (1 kg) pumpkin, peeled and cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) cubes 1 1/4 cups (310 mL) apple cider vinegar 1 cup (250 mL) water 5 pieces whole cloves 1 4 inch piece cinnamon stick 1/2 cup (125 mL) ginger, sliced 1 piece star anise Peel from 1 lemon 1 cup (250 mL) sucanat In a large pot, combine vinegar and water, then add pumpkin, spices, lemon peel and sucanat. Bring to a boil and simmer for five to seven minutes. Pour into a glass jar and seal.

Source: alive #216, October 2000

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