Chow Chow I

A summer relish with green tomatoes, onions, green bell peppers and chile peppers, flavored with cinnamon, allspice and cloves.

• Preparation Time: 45 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 36 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 3 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon ground allspice
• 6 chopped green chile peppers
• ½ cup prepared horseradish
• 12 ½ pounds green tomatoes, chopped
• 8 large onions, chopped
• 10 green bell peppers, chopped
• 1 quart distilled white vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl combine tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and salt. Let stand overnight.

Step 2

Drain the tomato/pepper mixture and add the hot chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and horseradish. Wrap the cinnamon, allspice, and cloves in cheesecloth or a porous bag, and add to tomato/pepper mixture.

Step 3

Boil for 15 minutes, or until tender.

Step 4

Pack tightly in sterilized jars and seal.