*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Watermelon Pickle

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pickles

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   4       lb           Watermelon rind  -- outer green,
                        - peeled, pink pulp removed
   2       qt           Water -- cold
   1       tb           Slake lime
   2       tb           Whole allspice
   2       tb           Whole cloves
   1       qt           Vinegar
   1       qt           Water
   3 1/2   lb           Sugar
   6                    Cinnamon stick pieces

  Remove all pink pulp from rind and peel. Weigh. Cut in 1" cubes.
  Combine cold water and lime; pour over rind. Let stand 1 hour.
  Drain. Cover with fresh cold water. Simmer 1 hour or until tender.
  Drain. Tie spices in cheesecloth. Combine vinegar, remaining water,
  and sugar. Heat until sugar dissolves. Add spice bag and rind.
  Simmer gently 2 hours. Add green vegetable color to your taste.
  Pack rind in hot sterile jars. Fill with boiling hot syrup. Seal.
  
  Yield: 6 Pints


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