Spiced Watermellon Rind

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Spiced Watermellon Rind

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Canning Condiments
Fruits Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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5 Pounds Watermelon Rind -- peeled & cubed
2 Quarts Water
2 Tablespoons Pickling Lime
1 1/2 Quarts White Vinegar
8 Cups Sugar
2 Teaspoons Salt
1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
-----Tied In A Cloth Bag-----
1/2 Cup Cinnamon Sticks And Whole Cloves

Soak rind cubes overnight in lime water. Drain, rinse, soak in clear water
2 hours. Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, lemon juice and spices and bring
to a hard boil. Add rind and cook slowly, about 45 minutes, until rind is
tender. Remove bag of spices and fill sterilized jars. Allow a small space
at top of jars, and be sure rind is covered with liquid before sealing.

Makes 10 pints.

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