Chow Chow I

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

In a large bowl combine tomatoes, onions, bell peppers and salt. Let stand overnight.

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.

Boil for 15 minutes, or until tender.

Pack tightly in sterilized jars and seal.