Pickled Celery

Directions

1. 1
   Slice celery into 1/4 inch thick slices.
2. 2
   Place in a clean 1 quart mason jar.
3. 3
   Add dill and some of the celery leaves if you have them.
4. 4
   In a small saucepan combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, chile, mustard seeds and peppercorns.
5. 5
   Bring mixture to a simmer and stir until sugar and salt and completely dissolved.
6. 6
   Carefully pour contents over the celery in the jar.
7. 7
   Let mixture cool, uncovered, then place the lid on and refrigerate for 24 hours before enjoying.