Vidalia Onion Relish
Prep Time: 6 or more hours
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Ingredients
- 4 Vidalia onions, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup salt, coarse
- 8 cups water
- 3/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 cups cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dried mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons celery 
 
Sweet Vidalia onions are the star in this versatile relish that can be used as a tasty topping

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for hors d’oeuvres or appetizers or served as an accompaniment for ham or poultry.
 
Directions
  • Chop onions and shred cabbage into a large glass bowl (do not use a metal bowl). Dissolve
    1/4 cup of salt in 1 quart of water. Pour over vegetables. Cover and soak overnight. In the
    morning, drain the vegetables in a large colander.
  • In a large kettle, dissolve brown sugar
    and cider vinegar.
  • Mix dry mustard and turmeric with 1/2 cup of water. Add flour to
    create a smooth, thick paste. Add to vinegar mixture, whisk to blend until smooth. Add celery
    seeds and mustard seeds.
  • Bring the entire mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring
    constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking.
  • When mixture has thickened, add cabbage
    and red bell pepper. Continue to boil for 5 minutes.
  • Place mixture in sterile jars and
    close with sterile lids. Immerse jars in boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Remove carefully from
    boiling water and place on cooling racks or a heavy towel until cooled and jars have sealed.


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