Saturday, June 3, 2017

Sweet and Sour Mixed Pickle

4 pounds combined of Cucumbers, Summer Squash, and Zucchini, washed and thinly sliced
2 pounds of Onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup Pickling Salt

In a large bowl layer vegetables with salt and cover with Ice, let sit for 1.5 hours.  Drain, rinse, and drain again.

3 cups white Vinegar
2 cups Sugar
2 Tablespoons Mustard Seed
2 teaspoons Tumeric (optional)
2 teaspoons Celery Seed
1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns

In 7 pint jars, evenly distribute the spices.  In a large Pot combine Vinegar and Sugar and bring to a boil, add drained vegetables and return to a boil.  Evenly distribute Vegetables in Jars, pour hot liquid in jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace.  Wipe jar rims, adjust two piece lids and rings.  Let cool and refrigerate.  Will last in fridge for as long as you don't eat them.  Tastes best after 1-2 weeks.

Hot Water Bath Canning:  Process for 10 minutes.

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