Editor's note: The recipe below originally appeared in One Potato, Two Potato by Roy Finamore with Molly Stevens. It was reprinted, along with the introductory text included here, in The 150 Best American...
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In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients, except star anise, cassia bark (or cinnamon stick) and sugar; bring to the boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
Author: Diane Rossen Worthington
The vegetables can be prepared ahead and finished up to the middle of step 3. Heat for 5 minutes before serving.