Eleanor's Green Tomato Pickle

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I have not yet tried this, but it is from an overdue library book (from our mothers' kitchens) and i want to return the book tomorrow, so need to get the recipes i want to try copied down, pronto. Come fall, there is always a need for green tomato recipes and this pickle sounds like a real winner to me. Prep time includes the standing time.

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Steps

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In a large glass or crockery bowl , combine tomatoes , onions , and green pepper.

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Sprinkle with salt and stir.

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Cover bowl and let mixture stand for two hours.

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Drain and rinse thoroughly under cold running water.

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Drain again.

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In a large heavy saucepan , combine vinegar , sugar , seeds and spices.

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Over medium heat , bring to a boil.

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Stir in drained veggies and bring back to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer , uncovered , for 15 minutes , stirring constantly.

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Ladle into sterilized two-cup mason jars , leaving 1 / 2-inch headspace.

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Seal.

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Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

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Let cool at room temperature before storing jars in fridge , or in a cool dark place.

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Ingredients

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green tomatoes, onions, green bell pepper, pickling salt, white vinegar, white sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, cinnamon, turmeric