Gingered Watermelon Rind

Directions

1. 1
   Blanch watermelon rind just until the tines of a fork will pierce the flesh.
2. 2
   Don't overcook.
3. 3
   Drain rind.
4. 4
   Make syrup by simmering vinegar, honey, lemon peel, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger for 10 minute.
5. 5
   In a lg.
6. 6
   bowl, pour hot syrup over rind, cover, & chill overnight.
7. 7
   Remove rind & put into 4 hot, scalded pint jars, filling three-quarters full.
8. 8
   Bring syrup to a boil & pour over rind in jars, leaving 1/2-in.
9. 9
   headspace.
10. 10
    Seal & process 10 minute in a boiling water bath.