Chow Chow I Recipe

Chow Chow I Recipe

  • 12 1/2 pounds green tomatoes, chopped
  • 8 large onions, chopped
  • 10 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 teaspoons salt
  • 6 chopped green chile peppers
  • 1 quart distilled white vinegar
  • 1 3/4 cups white sugar
  • 1/2 cup prepared horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  1. In a large bowl combine tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and salt. Let stand overnight.
  2. Drain the tomato/pepper mixture and add the hot chile peppers, vinegar, sugar, and horseradish. Wrap the cinnamon, allspice, and cloves in cheesecloth or a porous bag, and add to tomato/pepper mixture.
  3. Boil for 15 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Pack tightly in sterilized jars and seal.