Coconut Rum Preserve

This is my modification to Golden Coconut Rum Conserve (#35886). I used craisins to give it a little different flavor. [Addendum - I agree with the review below. I posted this BEFORE I had actually made it, when I was gathering recipes & ingredients. Since it SO good, I may try this again, adding some pectin. Other suggestions welcome!]

• Ready In: 1 hr 41 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 14  ounces sweetened coconut
• 4  cups water
• 2  teaspoons  dried orange zest
• 5  cups sugar
• 6  tablespoons lime juice
• 1⁄2 cup boiling water
• 1⁄2 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
• 1⁄4 cup rum

Directions

1. Simmer the coconut, water& zest, covered for 30 minutes.
2. Add the sugar& 3 T juice.
3. Cook on low, uncovered, for 1 hour.
4. Stir during the last 15 minutes.
5. Gradually add in boiling water, 3 T juice,& rum.
6. Simmer for 1 minute.
7. Stir in craisins.
8. Pack into 1/2 pint jars.