Rosy Watermelon Rind Preserves

1. 1

   Remove rind from watermelon.

2. 2

   Peel off outside skin.

3. 3

   Cut rinds into three inch strips (about 12 cups).

4. 4

   Place strips in large jar and cover with cold water.

5. 5

   Add the cup of salt.

6. 6

   Let stand overnight.

7. 7

   Drain off all the water.

8. 8

   Place watermelon rind in 2 quarts of fresh water in a large sauce pan.

9. 9

   Boil 10 minutes and then strain.

10. 10

    In a 6 quart kettle bring vinegar, cherry juice and sugar to a boil.

11. 11

    Add ground cloves and ground cinnamon.

12. 12

    Spiced cooked rind with cloves.

13. 13

    Drop cooked rind into hot syrup and cook until syrup is thickened.

14. 14

    Add a piece of cinnamon stick into hot pint jars.

15. 15

    Fill with boiling hot preserves and syrup.

16. 16

    Adjust lids.

17. 17

    Process in a boiling hot water bath (212F) for 15 minutes.

18. 18

    Remove jars and let cool in a draft free area.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.