SPICED PEACHES 
4 lbs. peaches
4 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. cider vinegar
1 tbsp. whole allspice
2 tsp. whole cloves
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks

Peel peaches. In 5-quart kettle, combine sugar, vinegar, 3/4 cup water and spices tied in a cheesecloth bag. Bring to boil; add peaches, boil. Reduce heat, simmer 10 minutes. Put in large bowl, cover. Refrigerate overnight. Spoon peaches into 4 pint jars. Remove spice bag. Bring syrup to boiling. Pour over peaches, filling jars to 1/2 inch from top. Place on lids and process in boiling water bath 20 minutes.

 

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