Dill Pickled Asparagus

Directions

1. 1
   Wash, drain and trim asparagus; cut into 4-1/2-in.
2. 2
   spears.
3. 3
   Discard ends or save.
4. 4
   for another use.
5. 5
   Place asparagus in a large container; cover with ice water.
6. 6
   In each of six 1-pint jars, place half of a garlic clove, 1 teaspoon dill seed,.
7. 7
   1 teaspoon mustard seed and six peppercorns.
8. 8
   In a Dutch oven, bring the water, vinegar, sugar and salt to a boil.
9. 9
   Drain asparagus; pack in jars to within 1/2 inches of top.
10. 10
    Ladle boiling liquid over asparagus, leaving 1/4-in.
11. 11
    headspace.
12. 12
    Adjust caps.
13. 13
    Process for 20 minutes in a boiling-water bath.
14. 14
    Remove jars to wire racks to cool completely.