Catsup relish

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
7poundsTomato;ripe
1poundsOnion;peeled, quartered
2Green Pepper;peeled,cored, s
2Celery;chunked;ribs
½teaspoonCayenne
1cupCider Vinegar
2teaspoonsMustard;dry
teaspoonClove;whole
1Cinnamon;broken;stick
½teaspoonAllspice;whole
1teaspoonCelery Seed
½cupSugar
¼cupMolasses
4teaspoonsSalt;pure coarse

Directions

Core tomatoes; strip off skin and quarter. (If necessary, rotate each tomato on a fork over heat until skin pops.) Chop finely the first five ingredients and add to 6 - 8 quart enamelled or stainless steel kettle.

Add vinegar, cayenne, mustard, sugar, molasses, salt and spices tied in cheesecloth. Cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, for about 2-½ hours until thick. Remove spice bag and pour into sterile jars; seal.

Store in a cool, dark place.

Makes about 5 pints.