Ingredients for Bread And Butter Pickles
- 4 pounds pickling cucumbers, sliced
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons canning salt
- Vinegar
- 4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- Celery Seeds
- Mustard Seeds
- Alum
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How to Make Bread And Butter Pickles
- Prepare cucumbers, onions, red bell pepper, and cauliflower: Wash and slice cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Thinly slice onions. Chop red bell pepper and cauliflower into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Salt the vegetables: In a large bowl, gently toss the prepared cucumbers, onions, red bell pepper, and cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of salt. Let sit for 3 hours to draw out excess moisture.
- Prepare the pickling liquid: In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups white vinegar, 4 cups sugar, 1 cup water, 2 teaspoons turmeric, 1 teaspoon celery seed, 1 teaspoon mustard seed, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Drain and add vegetables: After 3 hours, drain the vegetables thoroughly in a colander. Rinse briefly under cold water and drain again to remove any excess salt.
- Combine and simmer: Add the drained vegetables to the boiling pickling liquid. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the vegetables to soften and absorb the flavors.
- Pack and process: Carefully ladle the hot pickles and pickling liquid into sterilized canning jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace at the top. Remove any air bubbles by gently running a clean knife or spatula around the inside of the jars. Wipe the rims of the jars clean, place lids and rings on tightly, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
- Cool and store: Remove jars from the boiling water bath and let cool completely. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' as the jars seal. Check seals by pressing down on the center of each lid. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before enjoying your delicious homemade Bread and Butter Pickles.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
473 g
Sugar
801g
Fat
3g
Carbs
83g
