Squash Relish - cooking recipe

Ingredients

10 cups chopped squash (any kind or mix them)
4 cups chopped onions
5 -6 teaspoons salt
4 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups vinegar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 jar pimiento, chopped

Preparation

mix squash and onion together sprinkle with the salt and let set overnight.
drain, then mix all ingredients together and boil for thirty minutes.
place in jars and seal.
this recipe does not have to be hot water canned. I have kept it for over 2 years with no problems.