Instructions: Pare and cut watermelon rind into pieces 2 inches long and 3/4 inches wide.

Cover with brine made by dissolving 1 tablespoon salt in 1 quart water. Let stand overnight. Drain. Cover with water and boil 10 minutes. Drain.

Cover with a heavy sirup made of 1 part sugar and 1 part water. Add 1 thinly sliced lemon to each 3 quarts rind. Add whole spices if desired.

cook slowly until rind is tender and clear.

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