Pickled Watermelon Rinds Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 quarts water
3/4 cup salt
4 quarts watermelon rind, white part only, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp whole cloves
1/2 tsp mustard seed
10 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into pieces
1 quart apple cider vinegar
2 cups white sugar
4 drops green food coloring (optional)

Directions:

In a glass bowl, stir together the water and salt until the salt has dissolved. Add the watermelon rinds and any additional water needed to cover them. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.
Drain the watermelon rinds from the salted water, and place into a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Cover with fresh water, then place over high heat and bring to a boil. Boil rinds for 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, tie the cloves, mustard seed, and cinnamon sticks in a piece of cheesecloth. Place into a large saucepan or Dutch oven along with the vinegar and sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, then remove from the heat and let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in the drained watermelon rind, then return to the stove over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the rind is transparent and the syrup is slightly thickened, 45 to 50 minutes. Remove and discard the spices after 40 minutes. Stir in the food coloring if desired.
Ladle into hot sterilized 1 pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space. Seal jars with new lids and rings, making sure you have cleaned the jar's rims of any residue. Process jars under 1 inch of water in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Let cool overnight, then press down on the lids to make sure they are sealed before storing. Store any unsealed jars in the refrigerator and enjoy those first.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	435.45 Kcal (1823 kJ)
Calories from fat	0.81 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.09g	0%
Sodium	21241.59mg	885%
Potassium	697.31mg	15%
Total Carbs	109.35g	36%
Sugars	95.78g	383%
Dietary Fiber	0.03g	0%
Protein	6.22g	12%
Vitamin C	49.3mg	82%
Calcium	128.5mg	13%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	25.91 Kcal (108 kJ)
Calories from fat	0.05 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.01g	0%
Sodium	1263.99mg	885%
Potassium	41.49mg	15%
Total Carbs	6.51g	36%
Sugars	5.7g	383%
Dietary Fiber	0g	0%
Protein	0.37g	12%
Vitamin C	2.9mg	82%
Calcium	7.6mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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