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Watermelon Rind Preserves recipe |
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4 servings
Ingredients:
4 pounds chopped watermelon rind1 gallon water1/2 cup salt 9 cups white sugar8 cups water4 teaspoons crushed cinnamon stick4 teaspoons ground cloves4 lemons - rinsed, sliced and seeded1 dash red food coloring (optional)
Instructions:
Peel off the green part of the watermelon rind, and slice into 2 inch pieces.Soak the rind in a solution of 1 gallon water and 1/2 cup salt overnight.Remove rind from the salt water, and place in a stockpot with clean water to cover.Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the rind is tender.Drain.In a large pot, combine the sugar, 8 cups water, and sliced lemons.Tie the cinnamon and cloves into a cheesecloth bag, and place in the pot.Bring the syrup to a boil, and boil for 5 minutes.Add the rinds, and cook until transparent.Remove spice bag.Stir in red food coloring, if using.Ladle preserves into hot sterile jars, and process to seal.
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