Preserved Lemons

Directions

1. 1
   Bring 1 1/2 quarts of water to a boil.
2. 2
   In cold water, scrub lemons of any dirt or wax.
3. 3
   Add lemons to water and bring back to a boil.
4. 4
   Cook until softened for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside to cool.
6. 6
   Cut each lemon lengthwise leaving them attached at the stem.
7. 7
   Sprinkle 1 Tbs.
8. 8
   salt into the center of each lemon.
9. 9
   Place 1 Tbs.
10. 10
    salt in the jar and pack the lemons into the jar.
11. 11
    Pour enough lemon juice to cover the lemons leaving 1/2 of headspace.
12. 12
    Seal the jar tightly and keep in a cool, dark area.
13. 13
    Rotate jar once a day for five days.
14. 14
    Do not refrigerate until opening the jar.
15. 15
    Lemons will keep fresh up to a year in the refrigerator.