Watermelon Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Remove skin and pulp from watermelon, leaving white rind. Cut into small cubes to make 16 cups.
2. 2
   Parboil in hot water to cover in pan for 15 minutes or until fork-tender; drain.
3. 3
   Mix rest of ingredients in pan.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Pour over rind. Let stand overnight.
6. 6
   Drain.
7. 7
   Reserve syrup.
8. 8
   Bring to a boil. Pour over rind.
9. 9
   Repeat for 3 more days.
10. 10
    Heat rind and syrup in pan on fourth day.
11. 11
    Spoon into hot sterilized jars.
12. 12
    Seal. Makes 8 pints.