Watermelon Rind Preserves Recipe

Select melons with thick rinds. Peel off all green portion using only the white part of the rind. Cut into small dice. Soak in mild salt water overnight (1/2 cup salt to 1 gallon water). Drain and cook in clear water for about 30 minutes or until tender. Drain well.

Boil the syrup, lemon and spices 5 minutes before adding the rinds. Add rinds and cook until transparent and clear. If desired, a few minutes before preserves are done add enough green or red food coloring to tint preserves. Remove spice bag, pour into sterilized Kerr Jars and seal each jar as filled.