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Aunt Agnes Garlic Dill Pickles Recipe

Transform ordinary cucumbers into extraordinary pickles with Aunt Agnes' treasured family recipe! This Southern classic, passed down through generations, delivers crisp, tangy, and garlicky dill pickles that will be the star of any table. Using high-quality vinegar (Heinz is recommended) is key to achieving the perfect flavor. This recipe makes 7-8 quarts, so feel free to adjust the ingredient amounts based on your cucumber bounty. Get ready to savor the taste of tradition!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 30270 mins
Calories 190.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.1 (10 Reviews)
Aunt Agnes Garlic Dill Pickles 140

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Ingredients for Aunt Agnes Garlic Dill Pickles

  • 5 cups white vinegar
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/2 cup pickling salt
  • cucumbers, enough to fill 7-8 quart jars
  • 7-8 teaspoons dill seed
  • 7-8 cloves minced garlic
  • 7-8 generous pinches fresh dill (optional, as alternative to dill seed)

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How to Make Aunt Agnes Garlic Dill Pickles

  1. Wash and pack cucumbers tightly into clean, sterilized 7-8 quart jars, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon dill seed or a generous pinch of fresh dill and 1 clove of minced garlic to each quart jar.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine 5 cups white vinegar (high quality, such as Heinz), 4 cups water, and 1/2 cup pickling salt. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until salt is completely dissolved.
  4. Carefully pour the boiling brine over the cucumbers in the jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.
  5. Remove any air bubbles by gently running a clean knife or utensil down the sides of the jar. Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth.
  6. Place lids on the jars and screw on bands fingertip tight.
  7. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time according to your altitude).
  8. Remove jars from the canner and let cool completely undisturbed on a protected countertop for at least 12 hours, or overnight.
  9. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 21 days to allow the flavors to fully develop.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before opening. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

675 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

2g

Carbs

13g

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