Mom'S Fruit Relish

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   This recipe requires a lot of prep work; I recommend you prepare it with a friend and split the bounty!

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   Have ready a large preserving kettle.

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   Peel tomatoes, seed, and dice; place in kettle.

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   Peel pears, core, and slice 1/4 inch thick; place in kettle.

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   Peel peaches, remove pit, and slice 1/4 inch thick; place in kettle.

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   Peel and finely chop onions; place in kettle.

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   Remove seeds from red peppers and dice; place in kettle.

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   Add all remaining ingredients and bring to a boil; let mixture simmer (NOT a gentle simmer) until it is thick; this will take two to three hours.

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   Stir frequently.

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    Discard spice bag and ladle relish into prepared, hot sterilized canning jars and seal.

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    My mother-in-law never processed this, and neither do I; if you can it in pint jars and want to process it; I recommend a 10-minute boiling water bath.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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