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More pickles

Posted on: 01-19-2011 Posted in: Farming News, People, Recipes

Aubrey and I harvested heaps of cucumbers the other night. They are in the fridge and ready to do something with or the pigs will get them. Time for more pickles. I just found this simple recipe that suits my fancy. Quick and simple. Well not so quick with all the adding business for a few days but I like that. Aubrey is going to love this recipe.

Sweet Pickles – Strips or Chunks

4 lbs. Pickle’s or cucumber cuts
Add 1/2 Cup Salt
Pour water to cover.
Let stand over night
Drain

Mix
1 Quart of vinegar
1 Cup of sugar
2 Tablespoons of pickling spices
1 teaspoon mustard seed
1 tablespoon powder alum
Bring to boil

Pour over pickles.
Each day add 1 cup of sugar for 5 days.Then put in jars and seal.