Old Fashioned Dill Pickles
Old Fashioned Dill Pickles is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 30 to 36 cucumbers (3 to 4 inches long), 8 c. water, 5 c. vinegar (5 to 6% acidity), 1/2 c. plus 2 tbsp. pickling salt and 6 cloves garlic, peeled, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Great for entertaining guests or a cozy night in.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Wash cukes; cut 1/4-inch slice from blossom end of each.
Mix water, vinegar and salt in Dutch oven; heat to boiling.
Place one head of dill, one clove garlic and 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed in each of six quart jars.
Pack cukes in jar and top with another dill head, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
Cover with boiling brine and leave 1/2 inch headspace.
Seal jars; process for 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.
Do not open for at least 3 weeks.
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