Dill Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Separate lids; place in pan, cover with water and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and set aside.
3. 3
   Combine sugar, salt, vinegar and water.
4. 4
   Tie spices in cheesecloth bag; add to vinegar mixture and simmer 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Place in bottom of each quart jar, 2 or 3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon mustard seed, 1 red pepper and a head of dill.
6. 6
   Pack cukes in jars, leaving 1/2-inch headspace.
7. 7
   Add another head of dill to top and pour boiling vinegar mix over, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
8. 8
   Wipe off rims of jars; place scalded lids on and screw bands firmly.
9. 9
   Next day, shake jars to blend flavors before storing in cool dark place for 6 weeks.