Dilly Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Pack beans, lengthwise, into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch head space. For each pint, add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, 1 clove garlic, and 1 head dill.
2. 2
   Combine remaining ingredients and bring to boiling. Pour boiling hot over beans, leaving 1/4-inch head space. Adjust caps. Process pints and quarts 10 minutes in boiling water bath.
3. 3
   This recipe yields about 4 pints or 2 quarts.
4. 4
   Comments: You may just use the leftover brine from your favorite dill pickles. Bring it to a boil and pour over prepared beans in hot jars. Process as above. And don't limit yourself to beans and cucumbers - this works well for broccoli and carrots, too.