4 qt. med. firm ripe peaches
8 c. sugar
4 c. cider vinegar
4 c. water
1 tbsp. whole allspice
1 tbsp. whole cloves
1 tsp. dried ginger root

Put sugar, vinegar, water and spices (that have been tied in a cheesecloth bag) in a large kettle. Bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Add peaches and simmer until tender. Quickly remove peaches to hot sterilized jars and pack to within 1/2 inch of jar top. Bring syrup to a rolling boil and pour over peaches, filling jars to top. Seal at once.