How to make spiced peach and corn relishes

Spice your table up with these relishes. Here are two easy recipes that are sure to please.

What you need

• 500 ml (2 c) water
• 750 ml (3 c) apple cider vinegar
• 1.25 L (5 c) sugar2 sticks of cinnamon
• 15 ml (1 tbs) whole cloves
• 15 ml (1 tbs) whole allspice1 piece green ginger, peeled
• 3 to 4 kg (7 to 9 lbs) peaches, peeled and stones removed

What to do

1. Combine water, vinegar and 500 millilitres (two cups) of sugar in a stainless steel saucepan.
2. Tie the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice and ginger in a square of cheesecloth (or put in a spice bag), add to the liquid and bring to the boil.
3. Cook the peaches a few at a time until barely tender (about five minutes).
4. When the last batch has been removed, add 500 millilitres (two more cups) of sugar to the syrup and return to the boil.
5. Pour the syrup over the peaches and let stand for 12 hours.
6. Reheat the peaches and syrup, then pack the peaches into jars.
7. Add a final 250 millilitres (one cup) of sugar to the syrup, bring to the boil, and pour over the peaches; seal.

For long-term storage, process by the boiling-water bath method or in a commercial preserving unit.

This recipe makes about six litres (six quarts). Now just store or share your concoction.

What you need

• 9 corn cobs
• 1 red pepper, finely chopped
• 1 green pepper, finely chopped
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 310 g (1 1/3 cup) brown sugar
• 30 g (2 tbs) salt
• 5 ml (1 tsp) dry mustard
• 1 L (4 c) cider vinegar

What to do

1. Carefully scrape the kernels from the cobs using the edge of a strong, sharp knife.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a large stainless steel pot and bring to the boil.
3. Simmer until soft (about 15 to 20 minutes).
4. Pack the boiling mixture into sterile bottling jars, leaving about 12 millimetres (1/2 inch) of space at the top of the jar, and seal.

For long-term storage, process by the boiling-water bath method or in a commercial preserving unit according to the manufacturer's instructions.

This recipe makes about 1.5 litres (six cups).

A great addition to any meal.

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