Ripe Yellow Cucumber Pickles

1. 1

   Select melons with thick rinds.

2. 2

   Peel off all green portion. Dice.

3. 3

   Soak in mild salt water overnight (1/2 cup salt to 1 gallon water).

4. 4

   Drain.

5. 5

   Cook in clear water about 30 minutes until tender.

6. 6

   Drain.

7. 7

   For 4 pounds rind, make a syrup of 9 cups sugar, 8 cups water, 4 lemons, 4 sticks cinnamon and 4 teaspoon cloves (spices in cheesecloth).

8. 8

   Boil syrup, lemon and spices

9. 9

   5 minutes before adding rind.

10. 10

    Cook until rinds are transparent.

11. 11

    Can add food coloring (red, green, yellow, etc.)

12. 12

    Remove spice bag.

13. 13

    Seal.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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