The gingersnaps add spicy sweetness. –The Ram in the Thicket, Wilton, New Hampshire
By Yankee Magazine
Apr 01 2008
The gingersnaps add spicy sweetness. –The Ram in the Thicket, Wilton, New Hampshire
1 head (2 pounds) cabbage, shredded
9 cups water
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt or to taste
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/3 cup lemon juice
8 to 10 gingersnaps, crumbled (or 8 graham crackers, crumbled and mixed with 1 teaspoon ginger and 2 tablespoons molasses)
Combine all ingredients in large kettle, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered for 2 hours.