Ingredients for Grandma's Dill Pickles Taste Of Home Recipe
- 4 cups water
- White Vinegar
- Canning Salt
- Pickling Cucumbers
- Fresh Dill
- 2 cloves garlic per jar
- Dried Hot Chili Peppers
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How to Make Grandma's Dill Pickles Taste Of Home Recipe
- In a large dutch oven, bring 4 cups water, 2 cups white vinegar, and 1/2 cup pickling salt to a rolling boil.
- Boil the brine for 10 minutes to dissolve the salt completely.
- While the brine boils, pack firm, fresh cucumbers into clean quart jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.
- Add 1 dill head, 2 cloves garlic, and 2-3 small pepper slices (such as jalapeño or serrano, adjust to your spice preference) to each jar.
- Carefully ladle the boiling brine over the cucumbers, ensuring that all the cucumbers are submerged and leaving 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.
- Remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the jars on the counter.
- Wipe the jar rims clean to prevent any seal issues.
- Place lids on jars and screw on bands fingertip tight. Do not overtighten.
- Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Ensure jars are fully submerged.
- Remove jars from the water bath and let them cool completely. You should hear a satisfying 'pop' as the jars seal.
- Once cooled, check the seals by pressing down on the center of each lid. If the lid doesn't flex, the jar is sealed properly.
- Let the pickles sit for at least 2 weeks before enjoying their peak flavor. Store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
525 g
Sugar
42g
Fat
1g
Carbs
8g
