Rhubarb and vanilla jam

NZ Herald

Ingredients

780 gRhubarb, timmed and chopped (Main)
2 cupsCaster sugar
1Vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
¼ cupWater
1Lemon, for 2 pieces of rind
1 to servePikelet, or crumpets

Directions

  1. Place the rhubarb, sugar, vanilla, lemon and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to the boil and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until thickened.
  2. Carefully pour the hot jam into a 400ml sterilised glass jar and seal immediately. Store jam in a cool, dark place for up to a month. Serve with toasted crumpets or pikelets. Refrigerate once opened.