Beet Preserves
["2 lb. beets", "3 c. sugar", "1 Tbsp. ground ginger", "3 small lemons, very finely chopped", "1 c. finely chopped almonds"]
["Cook whole beets until tender, in boiling water for about 30 minutes.", "Let cool; peel and dice.", "Combine diced beets, sugar and ginger in medium saucepan and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.", "Add chopped lemon and continue cooking until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 30 minutes.", "Stir in almonds.", "Transfer to jars with tight-fitting lids and seal."]
["beets", "sugar", "ground ginger", "lemons", "almonds"]