Watermelon Preserves

Serves:

Ingredients:

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Method:

Pare and cut watermelon rind into pieces 2 inches long and 3/4 inches wide.
Cover with brine made by dissolving 1 tablespoon salt in 1 quart water.
Let stand overnight.
Drain.
Cover with water and boil 10 minutes.
Drain.
Cover with a heavy sirup made of 1 part sugar and 1 part water.
Add 1 thinly sliced lemon to each 3 quarts rind.
Add whole spices if desired.
cook slowly until rind is tender and clear.