Preserve making is quite simple, but we do recommend reading the recipe through first and following these tips:- weigh your ingredients for accuracy.- do not double the recipe or alter the quantities.- yes, it’s a lot of sugar. It’s also a lot of water. When making marmalade, the sugar is not just a sweetener, it also assists with gelling and preservation. When prepared properly, your end result will be the perfect mix of sweet, citrus tang and bitter, as marmalade should be. This is an ...