Spiced Mangoes6 cups peeled, sliced mangoes Peel, pit and slice the mangoes to measure 6 cups. Tie spices (except peppercorns) in a cheesecloth bag. Combine vinegar, water, sugar and spice bag in a large pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add mangoes and simmer until slightly translucent (about 5 minutes). Remove spice bag. Pack mangoes in clean, hot jars. Add peppercorns to each jar and cover mangoes with hot syrup, leaving 1/2-inch headspace; seal. Process in boiling water bath for 20 minutes. Yields about 4 pints. |