1950s Sweet Corn Relish

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3-1/2 cups diced red bell pepper (3 or 4 peppers)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3-1/2 cups fresh or thawed frozen corn kernels
1-3/4 cups diced red onion (1 very large onion)
1-1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric


 Directions:

Heat the oil in a larger preserving pot, over medium heat. Add the peppers and salt and sauté for about 12 minutes or until caramelized.

You will begin to see the peppers get soft and take on a brownish coloring.

Add the corn, and cook for about 3-4 minutes longer until the corn is heated throughout.

Turn the heat off and add the onion to the pan. Stir well and keep covered.

For the preserving liquid, combine the vinegar, sugar, and turmeric over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until all the sugar has dissolved.

Pack your corn mixture into your jars ( I used 4 pints but you may need more) until it reaches about ¾ inch of headspace. Cover with preserving liquid until it reaches ¼ inch headspace, making sure your corn is covered completely.

Process in a hot water bath caner for 15 minutes, remove and let cool undisturbed for 12 hours before storing.

If you decide not to can this recipe, you can fridge it for up to 6 months!

Information on HOW to water bath.