The ingredients:
2 c. cider vinegar
6 c. water
6 heads of dill
6 cloves of garlic
1/3 c of minced onion (dried)
1/2 c. canning salt
1/3 T mustard seeds
5-8 pickling cucumbers depending on the size
First, cut the cucumbers into spears. I cut them in half, then in half, and then in half. :-)
Then dice 6 garlic cloves into small pieces.
Then pack all of the cucumbers and dill into the jar. Boil the liquid (vinegar and water) and spices and the pour over the cucumbers and dill. If the cucumbers aren't covered, pull a couple of spears out. Put the lid on the jar and let sit out on the counter for 3 days. During this time, turn it over occasionally to keep the liquid and spices mixed and equally covering the spears. Once they're ready, refrigerate and ENJOY!!
FYI..this recipe used 6 of my 8 cucumbers.
Variations: Next time I think I will add some red pepper flakes and hot peppers for a spicier/zestier version!
Credits: I found the original recipe here:
