Garden Chow Chow Food

SWEET AND SPICY GARDEN RELISH/ CHOW-CHOW

Steps:

• Grate all the vegetables equalling 4 quarts, in a food processor then place in a large container.
• Add salt, cover with water and allow to stand for 1 hour.
• While the vegetables are soaking, in a large pot, add the sugar, vinegar and pickling spice.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer.
• Drain and rinse the vegetables well squeezing out all liquid; add to the pot and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes.
• Stir frequently.
• Pour the relish into hot, sterilized pint jars.
• Wipe rims, place lids and screw bands on fingertip-tight; process 15 minutes in a boiling bath.
• Remove to a protected surface to cool, undisturbed, for 24 hours.

GARDEN CHOW-CHOW

Steps:

• Slice onions and salt to taste.
• Let set 3 hours.
• Slice carrots, zucchini, and tomato and break cauliflower into bite-size pieces.
• After 3 hours, drain onions on paper towel, but do not rinse.
• Cook carrots and cauliflower in vinegar and spices for 5 minutes.
• Add all other ingredients.
• Cook until very hot, about 10 minutes.
• Pack in jars.