Amy's Tomato Jam

source:  adapted from Food in Jars by Marisa McClellan

This is just plain yummy!!!

5 lbs. Roma or paste tomatoes, cored and finely chopped

3 1/2 c. granulated sugar

1/2 c. freshly squeezed lime juice (4-5 limes)

2 t. grated peeled fresh ginger

1 t. ground cinnamon

1 T. sea salt

1 T. red pepper flakes

Combine all ingredients in a large, stainless steel pot.  Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low.  Simmer, stirring regularly, until it reduces to a sticky, jammy mess.  This will take between 1-1/2 and 2 hours. (It took me 2-1/2 to 3 hours!)

Ladle into jars, allowing 1/4" headspace.  Process in a boiling water bath or steam canner for 20 minutes.