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hermiston watermelon: sun soaked BY ELLEN JACKSON
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large watermelon (25 pounds)
2
Tbsp kosher or pickling salt
2
cups cider or white vinegar
3
cups granulated sugar
2
two-inch cinnamon sticks
2
tsp whole cloves
2
tsp whole allspice
1
small lemon, thinly sliced
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Ellen Jackson is a Portland-based writer and food stylist. EDIBLE PORTLAND SUMMER 2010 l 9