3 lbs. pumpkin flesh, cut in 1/2 inch cubes (about 11 c.)
6 1/2.c sugar

Alternate pumpkin and sugar in layers. Let stand 30 minutes. Simmer 1 lemon, shaved into slices, and 1/2 cup water 20 minutes. Cook pumpkin and sugar over low heat until transparent, about 25 minutes.

Lemon and juice
1/4 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. cinnamon

Boil 5 minutes. Add 1 package Sure-Jell. Boil 2 minutes. Put into jars. Seal. Can use squash in place of pumpkin.