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1 lb Ginger root
Water to cover
1 c  Sugar
1 c  Water
1/2 ts Cream of tartar

Scrape thin outside bark from ginger and wash. Cut into slices. Boil til
tender in water. Drain; set aside. Boil sugar and water together til a
thick syrup is formed. Add ginger and cream of tartar. Bring to a boil and
simmer 3 minutes. Put into sterilized jars and seal.