3 c Thinly Sliced Unpeeled Limes
1 c Thinly Sliced Lemons,
Unpeeled, Seeded
3 qt Water
9 c Sugar
Combine lime and lemon slices and water in large kettle. Bring to
boil and boil 20 minutes, or until peels are tender. Drain and
measure liquid. Add enough water to make 3 quarts liquid, then
combine liquid, fruit and sugar in kettle. Bring to boil and cook
rapidly until mixture sheets off spoon or to 221 degrees on candy
thermometer. Pour boiling hot into hot sterilized jars and seal.
Makes 6 to 8 half-pints. 1992 The Los Angeles Times
