Thousand Island Relish

Submitted by Saudie

"I received this recipe from my husband's cousin many many years ago and I have made it my favorite from then on. I make this in my large roaster. Sometimes I add finely chopped carrots or garlic for a change."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Yields: 10 pints

ingredients

• 8 -12 large cucumbers, washed, seeds removes, chopped
• 1 large cauliflower, chopped coarsely
• 6 large onions, chopped coarsely
• 2 red peppers, seeds removed and chopped
• 2 green peppers, seeds removed and chopped
• 1⁄2 cup pickling salt
• 3 -5 cups water
• 3 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon celery seed
• 3⁄4 cup flour
• 1 tablespoon turmeric
• 6 tablespoons dry mustard
• 4 -5 cups vinegar

directions

1. Place vegetables in a food processer; chop coarsely. Drain off excess juice. Sprinkle with the pickling salt and add the water. Let stand for one hour and drain again thoroughly.
2. Mix together the dry ingredients in the cucumber mixture. Stirring well to blend, then add the vinegar. (This prevents lumps).
3. Heat on stove. After it come to a boil, cook mixture for 20 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Place in sterilized jars and seal hot.