Easy Southern Chow Chow

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups white vinegar
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 tablespoon whole cloves
• 1/2 tablespoon whole mustard seeds
• 1/2 tablespoon whole peppercorns
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed
• 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon allspice
• 2 green tomatoes or tomatilloes, chopped
• 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 Cubanelle, banana, or jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 (12 oz) package shredded cabbage or slaw mix

PREPARATION

1. In a large pot bring vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices to a low boil, stirring often. Cook for 5 minutes.
2. Add vegetables and reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes. Using a wide-mouth funnel pour chow chow relish into sterilized, 1-quart glass jar with sterilized lid. Keep for up to 4 weeks in the refrigerator and serve with sausage, on top of hot dogs, alongside chicken, or with beans or BBQ.