Zucchini Or Cucumber Relish Recipe 385

ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, stir together the zucchini, onion, sugar, basil, red pepper, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

SWEET ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• In a large container, combine the zucchini, onions, peppers and salt. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain; rinse and drain again., In a stockpot, combine the sugar, vinegar, cornstarch and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add zucchini mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, 12-15 minutes. Remove from the heat., Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner. Refrigerate remaining relish for up to 1 week.

CUCUMBER RELISH

Steps:

• Use coarse blade on grinder, (I used food processor) combine all vegetables in large bowl.
• Sprinkle with salt.
• Cover with cold water, let stand 4 hours.
• Drain thoroughly in colander, press out all excess liquid.
• Combine sugar, vinegar, celery seed,& mustard seed.
• Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
• Stir in drained vegetables, simmer 10 minutes.
• Pack into jars to within 1/2 inch of the top.
• Put on cap, screw band firmly tight.
• Process in boiling water bath 10 minutes.
• Yield 5-6 pints.

EASY ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• Toss zucchini and onion with salt in a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight to drain. Rinse vegetables with cold water and drain well.
• Mix dry mustard, celery seed, nutmeg, and black pepper in a bowl.
• Heat vinegar, sugar, spice mix, zucchini mixture, and red bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the vegetables into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 25 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

ZUCCHINI (OR CUCUMBER) RELISH RECIPE - (3.8/5)

Steps:

• Grind zucchini or cucumbers, onions, peppers and carrots (if used). Mix well and drain off excess juice. Add 1/3 cup pickling salt. Mix well and let stand overnight. Drain and rinse well the next morning. In a large pot, add vinegar, sugar, turmeric, celery and mustard seed. Bring to a boil; add vegetables and bring to a low boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Place in hot, sterilized jars and seal immediately. This recipe yields ?? servings.

PRIZE WINNING ZUCCHINI RELISH

Steps:

• In a large container, combine zucchini, onion, pepper, chilies and salt; stir well.
• Chill overnight. Rinse thoroughly; drain.
• In a large kettle, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.
• Add zucchini mixture; simmer for 10 minutes.
• Ladle hot into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Adjust lids.
• Process for 10 minutes in a boiling-water bath.
• Serving suggestion: Mix into tuna or macaroni salad.
• (Country Woman July/Aug 1995)