3 quarts prepared green tomatoes

3 quarts prepared apples

1 cup ground suet

1 pound seedless raisins

2 table spoons ground orange rind

2 tablespoons ground lemon rind

5 cups firmly packed light brown sugar

3/4 cup vinegar

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon each of ground cloves and allspice

2 teaspoons salt

 

Prepare the tomatoes by putting them through your food grinder, using a coarse knife. Peel and core the apples to follow in the grinder, then repeat with suet and fruit rinds.

Combine all in a large heavy kettle and add remaining ingredients in order.

Bring to boiling, stirring frequently; reduce heat, and simmer slowly until dark and thick, about 2 1/2 hours. Stir frequently to prevent scorching (using an asbestos pad under the kettle will help). Turn into hot sterilized jars and seal.

Makes about 8 pints.

 

From Doe Bailey