JICAMA RELISH

Jicama Relish image

Provided by Diana Adcock

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 pints

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 cups diced jicama
1 tablespoon whole pickling spices
3 inches cinnamon
8 cups white vinegar (5% acid)
4 cups white sugar
3 teaspoons red pepper flakes
4 cups diced yellow bell peppers
4 cups diced red bell peppers
4 1/2 cups diced onions
2 finger hot chili peppers, minced with seeds (6 inch)

Steps:

Place cinnamon stick and pickling spice in a spice bag.
In a large stainless steal or enamel pot combine spice bag, vinegar, sugar and pepper flakes.
Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil-reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes.
Discard spice basg and ladle relish into clean, hot jars leaving 1/2 inch head space.
Seal and process for 20 minutes in a boiling water bath.
Let stand overnight and then check seals.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 925.8, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 44.6, Carbohydrate 214.7, Fiber 18.1, Sugar 177.6, Protein 6.1