Banana Jam

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ripe bananas
• 1 3/4 cups dark brown sugar
• 2 cups light brown sugar
• 1 1/3 cups water
• 3 limes, juice of
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 dash ginger powder
• 6 tablespoons dark rum

Directions

1. 1

   Thaw bananas if frozen. (I often store up my overripe bananas in a freezer bag in the freezer until I have enough to make something.).

2. 2

   Peel bananas, and mash smooth.

3. 3

   Mix water, lime juice, sugars, cinnamon, vanilla, ginger over medium heat and stir until thickened.

4. 4

   Add mashed bananas and let cook 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add rum during the last few minutes of cooking.

6. 6

   Place hot banana jam into sterilized jars. Place lids on and seal.