Red Tomato Pickles

Eloda Berkin

Blanch and peel 4 quarts red tomatoes.

Cut in small pieces:
4 green peppers
4 red peppers
8 hot peppers (or more)
3 cups chopped onions
3 cups celery

Add:
2-1/2 cups white sugar
2 tbsp. salt
4 cups vinegar

Tie pickling spice in cloth and boil 2-1/2 hours over moderate heat, stir every little while.