Ponderosa Relish - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lb. ripe tomatoes (9 big tomatoes or 12 medium)
1 green (bell) pepper
1 small red pepper (optional)
3 white onions
3 or 4 pieces celery (no leaves)
1 stick cinnamon or 1 tsp. powdered cinnamon
1 c. sugar
2 c. vinegar
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dry mustard
4 cloves

Preparation

Chop the first 5 ingredients. Add remaining ingredients in a pot large enough to allow slow boiling and cook for approximately 2 hours. Stir often to prevent scorching. Cook until relish reaches sauce-like thickness. Pour into sterilized jars and seal immediately. Makes approximately 4 pints.