Watermelon rind preserves

6 servings

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 Watermellon
1 quart Water
1 tablespoon Lime
1 quart Water
2 cups Sugar
½ Sliced lemon
2 Sticks ginger

Directions

Pare green and pink from inch cubes of 1 melon. Soak overnight in 1 quart water and 1 tbsp lime Rinse well. Boil cubes in clear water for 15 minutes. Drain. Boil 1 quart water, 2 cups sugar, ½ sliced lemon, 2 sticks ginger, for 5 minutes. Add rind and cook until clear. Let stand overnight. Repeat, and seal in sterilized jars.

Origin: Found in recipe box bought from garage sale. Shared by: Sharon Stevens

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