How to Make Delicious Bread and Butter Pickles

If you’re a fan of pickles, you’ll love the sweet and tangy flavor of homemade bread and butter pickles. These crunchy pickles are perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or as a tasty snack on their own. Making your own bread and butter pickles at home is easier than you might think, and the results are well worth the effort.

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds pickling cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup pickling salt
• 2 cups apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and onions. Sprinkle the pickling salt over the top and mix well. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it sit at room temperature for 2 hours.
2. After 2 hours, rinse the cucumber and onion mixture under cold water to remove the salt. Drain well.
3. In a large pot, combine the vinegar, white sugar, brown sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved.
4. Add the cucumber and onion mixture to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Using a slotted spoon, pack the cucumber and onion slices into sterilized jars. Pour the remaining liquid over the top, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace in each jar.
6. Wipe the jar rims clean and place the lids on the jars. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
7. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Store the pickles in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before enjoying.

Enjoy Your Homemade Bread and Butter Pickles!

Now that you’ve learned how to make your own delicious bread and butter pickles, you can enjoy them on sandwiches, with cheese platters, or straight out of the jar. These pickles also make a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family. Experiment with different spices and seasonings to customize the flavor to your liking. Once you try homemade bread and butter pickles, you may never go back to store-bought varieties again!

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