Preserved Watermelon Rind

Name: Preserved Watermelon Rind
Ingredients: 7 lb. watermelon rind; 3 lb. granulated sugar; 2 c. vinegar; 1/2 c. water; 1 tbsp. whole cloves

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Preserved Watermelon Rind is an easy dinner. Made with 7 lb. watermelon rind, 3 lb. granulated sugar, 2 c. vinegar, 1/2 c. water and 1 tbsp. whole cloves, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.

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🔗 Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full

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Difficulty Easy

🛒 Ingredients

7 lb. watermelon rind

3 lb. granulated sugar

2 c. vinegar

1/2 c. water

1 tbsp. whole cloves

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Peel thin green rind from melon and remove the soft pink meat. Cut remaining pieces in 2-inch cubes; cover with water and cook until tender, then drain.

Combine the sugar, vinegar and 1/2 cup water in a large covered kettle.

Boil over a moderate flame 10 minutes.

Add cloves in a spice bag and simmer for 1 hour.

Add melon cubes and simmer gently for 1 1/2 hours, or until the melon is transparent.

Put the rind in sterilized pint jars.

Cover with hot syrup and seal.