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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 7 |
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Ingredients:
30 to 40 medium cucumbers, sliced lengthwise |
7 sprigs fresh dill |
3 tablespoons mixed whole pickling spices |
3/4 cup sugar |
1/2 cup salt |
1 quart vinegar |
1 quart water |
Directions:
1. Pack cucumbers into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/2-inch head space. Place a dill sprig in each jar. Set aside.
2. Tie pickling spices loosely in a cheesecloth bag. Combine spice bag, sugar, salt, vinegar, and water in a large stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard spice bag.
3. Pour syrup over cucumbers, leaving 1/2-inch head space. Remove air bubbles. Cover with metal lids, and screw bands tight. Process in boiling-water bath 15 minutes.
4. Note: Only garden-fresh cucumbers should be used.
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