Sweet Pickled Watermelon Rind
About 4 qts. cubed watermelon rind
Water
3 tbsp. salt
3 1/2 c. vinegar + 1/2 c. water
6 c. sugar
4 sticks whole cinnamon
1 tbsp. whole cloves
Pare outer green peel from the firm white inner rind of 1 small
watermelon, discarding any pink flesh. Cut in 1-inch cubes. Cover
with cold water, add the salt and let stand overnight. Drain, rinse
with fresh water and drain again. Cover again with fresh water and
bring to boiling. Simmer over low heat until cubes are just barely
tender: DON'T OVERCOOK. Drain.
Combine the vinegar with the 1/2 cup water; add sugar; tie the
spices in a small cloth bag and add. Bring to boiling and cook 5
minutes. Pour over the rind cubes and let stand 24 hours. Drain off
the syrup and bring it to boiling, then pour it again over the
cubes. Let stand 24 hours. Bring all to boiling and simmer 5
minutes. Fill hot sterilized jars and seal. Makes about 7 pints.
Judy in Pa
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