Cherry Watermelon Pickles

1. 1

   Remove green skin and pink flesh of watermelon from rind.

2. 2

   Cut rind into 1-inch squares.

3. 3

   Place in saucepan and cover with water; add salt.

4. 4

   Set aside for 4 hours.

5. 5

   Drain and rinse with cold water and drain again.

6. 6

   Add enough water to cover; bring to boil over medium heat.

7. 7

   Boil 10 minutes, remove from heat and drain thoroughly.

8. 8

   Combine sugar and vinegar in 5 to 6-quart pan.

9. 9

   Tie spices in cheesecloth bag and add to sugar-vinegar mixture.

10. 10

    Bring to boil and cook 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove from heat; add rind.

12. 12

    Cool and refrigerate at least 8 hours.

13. 13

    Remove rind.

14. 14

    Bring syrup to a boil. Add rind and cherries; let boil 5 minutes.

15. 15

    Remove spice bag.

16. 16

    Pack rind and cherry mixture in sterilized jars, covering completely with hot syrup.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.