AUNT BETTYE SUE'S DIXIE RELISH

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Lining up my summer canning recipes to take stock of jars, lids, rings, vinegars & other supplies. This one certainly seem to have the right stuff from our garden - peppers, cabbage, onions anyway. Found this recipe in The Times-Picayune & was charmed with M.M.B.'s note accompanying this recipe she/he submitted. "I hope you aren't finished with relish recipes," writes M.M.B. from Luling. "I'm sending you the recipe I got from my Aunt Bettye Sue. She called it Dixie Relish. "Adding some of this relish to tuna salad or pasta salad gives it a little kick, and just adding it to a sandwich is great." She also adds it to potato salad, and says it's especially good on a turkey sandwich." The relish is "really not that hot," M.M.B. continues. "Removing seeds from the jalapenos helps keep it from being too hot." She makes this at least once a year and gives some to friends and family. "I have people begging for it!"

Provided by Busters friend

Time 13h25m

Yield 14 pints

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 -2 lb jalapeno pepper, fresh
3 lbs cabbage
3 lbs onions
3 green bell peppers
3 red bell peppers
1 head cauliflower (a big 'un)
1 cup canning salt
1/2 gallon cider vinegar
5 cups sugar
8 ounces yellow mustard, prepared
1 tablespoon black pepper
3 tablespoons mustard seeds
3/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Remove the seeds from the jalapenos and chop really fine (wear gloves and open a window or door for ventilation, if needed). Chop all other vegetables. Dissolve canning salt in 1 gallon of water. Soak all chopped vegetables in the salt water mixture overnight.
  • The next day, drain vegetables well. While the veggies are draining, bring 1/2 gallon vinegar (minus 1 cup kept in reserve) to a boil with the sugar. Add drained vegetables and cook 10 minutes.
  • While vegetables cook, stir together the 1 cup reserved vinegar, mustard, pepper, mustard seed, flour, turmeric and celery seed. Add to the vegetable mixture and cook 5 more minutes.
  • Pour the hot mixture into hot sterilized jars. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

Victoria Whitt
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This relish is delicious! It's the perfect addition to any summer cookout. I love the way the sweetness of the pineapple pairs with the tanginess of the vinegar. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Uchenna Njoku
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I made this relish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the combination of sweet and sour flavors. I'll definitely be making this again.


Raja Abbas
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This relish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some cucumbers and onions that were about to go bad, so I decided to make this relish. It turned out great! The relish is flavorful and tangy. I've been using it on sandwiches and salads


Refentse Thato
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I'm not a big fan of relish, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This relish is amazing. It's not too sweet or too tangy. It's the perfect balance of flavors. I've used it on hot dogs, hamburgers, and sandwiches. It's delicio


Michael Bazycki
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I was looking for a new relish recipe to try, and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I gave it a try! This relish is delicious. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I've already used it on a few different dishes, and it's been a hit every ti


henry ufondu
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This relish is a staple in my summer kitchen. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love using it on grilled chicken and fish. It's also great on tacos and burritos. I always make a double batch so I have plenty to share with friends and family.


Sijuade Ayade
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I've made this relish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love using it on hot dogs and hamburgers, but it's also great on sandwiches and salads. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abubker BOOS
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This relish is amazing! It's the perfect addition to any summer cookout. I love the way the sweetness of the pineapple pairs with the tanginess of the vinegar. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Bethel Yilma
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my relish turned out too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe and I'll definitely make it again.


Yasmin Liban
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This relish is delicious! I made it exactly as the recipe states, and it turned out perfectly. I love the combination of sweet and sour flavors. I've already used it on a few different dishes, and it's been a hit every time. Thanks for sharing this r


Katsu Don
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this relish was to make. I was expecting it to be a lot more time-consuming, but it really came together quickly. I used fresh cucumbers from my garden, and they gave the relish a really nice flavor. I'll defini


Amila Abeysinghe
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This relish is a hit! I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's got the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, and it's just the right amount of spicy. I love using it on hot dogs and hamburgers, but it's also great on sandwi