Cantaloupe Butter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 c. cantaloupe pulp
1/4 c. vinegar
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. ground cloves

Preparation

Select slightly green cantaloupes.
Pare; cut into 1-inch strips or cubes.
Allow to soak in salt water solution for 2 to 3 hours.
Weigh down with plate; drain.
Bring sugar, vinegar, water and spices to a boil, then add melon.
Cook until transparent. Pour into hot, sterilized jars and seal.
Yields 3 pints.