Watermelon Rind Preserves - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 qt. watermelon rind
5 c. sugar

Preparation

Peel rinds and remove watermelon pulp.
Cut rind into 4-inch long pieces.
Pour sugar over rinds and let set overnight.
Cook rinds and sugar until it forms a light syrup (approximately 2 to 3 hours), then place in hot scalded jars and seal.