Aunt Poly's Sweet Pickles Recipe

Get ready to experience pickle perfection with Aunt Poly's secret recipe! These sweet and spicy pickles require NO cooking – just simple steps and a week of waiting for unbelievably crisp, flavorful results. Skip the complicated homemade pickle recipes; this easy method delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort. A special thank you to Aunt Poly Cole for sharing her family treasure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 14430 mins
Calories 9211.2 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aunt Poly's Sweet Pickles

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How to Make Aunt Poly's Sweet Pickles

  1. Drain the liquid from one (32-ounce) jar of dill pickle spears.
  2. Cut the pickle spears into 1/4-inch thick disks.
  3. Place the sliced pickles back into the jar.
  4. Add 2 cups of granulated sugar to the jar.
  5. Secure the jar lid tightly and shake well to combine.
  6. Shake the jar several times a day for 3-4 days, or until all the sugar is completely dissolved.
  7. Add 1 ounce of Tabasco sauce and 1 tablespoon of pickling spice to the jar.
  8. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to distribute the Tabasco and spices evenly.
  9. Let the pickles sit in the refrigerator for 7-10 days to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1285 g

Sugar

9399g

Fat

5g

Carbs

788g