Banana Marmalade

Banana marmalade is a delightfully different kind of marmalade that your grandmother might have made. This recipe originates from an old New Zealand booklet called "Enquire Within", dating somewhere back in the 40's by the looks of the images and the corsets... Anyway, it's a good recipe, so enjoy the outcome.

Ingredients

• 2 lb bananas, after peeling
• 2 lb sugar
• 2 lemons, juiced and grated (juicing before grating is a much easier experience)

Steps

1. Cut the bananas into thick rounds about 1/2"/1.5cm thick.
2. Put the banana slices, sugar, lemon juice and grated lemon rind into a double boiler. Cook until the sugar dissolves.
3. Put the cooked mixture into a preserving pan. Bring to the boil gradually, stirring constantly. Skim off any scum that froths up.
4. Continue to boil fast, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick and sets.
5. Pour into a suitable glass container for storage. Seal. It is best kept refrigerated after opening and used within three months.
   

Materials

• Knife and chopping board
• Double boiler
• Preserving pan
• Wooden spoon
• Jar for storage, sterilised