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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
2 pound(s) watermelon rind |
1 quart(s) cold water |
1/2 tablespoon(s) slake lime |
2 cup(s) cider vingar |
2 cup(s) water |
1 3/4 pound(s) sugar |
1 tablespoon(s) whole allspice |
1 tablespoon(s) whole cloves |
3 piece(s) 3-inch stick cinnamon |
1/2 piece(s) lemon (thinly sliced) (optional) |
green food coloring |
Directions:
1. )Use firm,not over ripe,watermelon with thick rind.2)Trim off green skin and all pink pulp.3)Cut into 1-inch cubes.4)Combine 1 quart cold water and slake lime.5)Pour over rind in enamel pan.6)Let stand 1 hour.7)Drain.8)Cover with fresh water.9)In enamel pan.10)Place rind and fresh water to cover.11)Bring to a boil.12)Reduce heat.13)Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.14)Or until rind is tender when pieced with a fork.15)Drain.16)Make a syrup of the vinegar,the 2 cups water and sugar by bringing to a boil.16)Cook until sugar is dissolved.17)Add spices and tied in a cheesecloth bag for easy removed and the rind.18)Simmer,uncovered,over low heat for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.19)Or until rind looks clear.20)Remove spices.21)Add lemon slices and food coloring,if used.
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