Pa. Dutch Green Tomato Mincemeat

8 quarts green tomatoes
2 lemons
4 lbs brown sugar
2 lbs raisins or sultanas
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon allspice
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon mace
1 cup vinegar


Scald and peel tomatoes.
Put through a food chopper (or chop in a food processor) along with the lemons.
Add sugar, raisins, salt, spices and vinegar; cook about 45 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Pour into sterilized jars and seal.