Preserved Watermelon Rind
["7 lb. watermelon rind", "3 lb. granulated sugar", "2 c. vinegar", "1/2 c. water", "1 Tbsp. whole cloves"]
["Peel thin green rind from melon and remove the soft pink meat. Cut remaining pieces in 2-inch cubes; cover with water and cook until tender, then drain.", "Combine the sugar, vinegar and 1/2 cup water in a large covered kettle.", "Boil over a moderate flame 10 minutes.", "Add cloves in a spice bag and simmer for 1 hour.", "Add melon cubes and simmer gently for 1 1/2 hours, or until the melon is transparent.", "Put the rind in sterilized pint jars.", "Cover with hot syrup and seal."]
["watermelon rind", "granulated sugar", "vinegar", "water", "whole cloves"]