Homemade Guava Paste

Ingredients:

500g guava

2 cup granulated sugar

1-1/2 cup water

Directions/Instructions:

1. Wash and cut guava in half.   Place the guavas in a saucepan with the water.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the guavas are very soft.  Stir often to prevent scorching and sticking to the pot.
3. Off the heat and let it cool completely.  Grind the guavas through a food mill and measure pulp.
4. Add an equal amount of sugar.  Mix well and place in a large heavy saucepan over low heat and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the mixture is thick like a paste.
5. Remove from heat and turn out into a loaf pan lined with wax paper or a square casserole pan lined with wax paper or non-stick spray.
6. Set in a cool place for 24 hours.  To store, turn the paste out of the pan and wrap it securely in foil.