Kumquat Marmalade

Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups kumquats, sliced (some seeds removed)
• 4 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 -2 tablespoon brandy (optional)

Recipe

• 1 slice the kumquats and put them in the water (in a pan that can be used on the stovetop). let this stand overnight.
• 2 the next day, put the pan on the stovetop and boil the fruit until it is tender. then pour the fruit mixture into a bowl and let stand for another night.
• 3 on the third day, transfer the fruit/water mixture to a cooking pot and add 1 1/2 cups of sugar. add brandy if used. boil this mixture until it jells (about 45 minutes).
• 4 pour into warm, sterilised jars and seal. or use a processing method you prefer.