Dragonfruit Jam

Method

1. I

   Halve dragon fruit.

2. II

   Scoop out flesh into a deep pot.

3. III

   Mash well with potato masher.

4. IV

   Add the juice of two lemons and the fine zest of one.

5. V

   Bring this mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

6. VI

   Simmer, uncovered, stirring, for 30 minutes or so to get a thick puree.

7. VII

   Bring to a hot, rolling boil.

8. VIII

   Add sugar.

9. IX

   Continue to boil hard, stirring, until desired gel is reached. Dragon fruit does not so much gel as form a thick, gluey slime.

10. X

    Add pectin if desired to obtain a firmer gel.

11. XI

    The jam can be canned. Process prepared 6 to 8 oz jars for 10 minutes.