Watermelon Rind Preserves - watermelon rind

Method

• To prepare watermelon rind:
• Slice rind into uniform strips and remove any pink or green parts.
• Cut into about 1-inch pieces. Dissolve the lime in 2 gallons cold water.
• Soak rind overnight in cold water and lime.
• Drain and rinse through two changes of cold water and soak in clear water for 3 hours.
• Add the ginger to 1 gallon water, then add rind and boil 20 minutes.
• Add sugar and sliced lemon to 3-quarts fresh water.
• Bring to boiling, add rind and if desired, add spices (as above or to taste).
• Cook until it is clear and tender.
• Pack in clean, hot jars and seal immediately.