Pickled Peppers

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and core peppers.
2. 2
   Cut in halves, strips or rings.
3. 3
   I like the halves for easy sandwich making and the rings for pizza.
4. 4
   In a large pot combine sugar, salt, vinegar and water.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Add the peppers and return to a boil.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Put 1 clove of garlic into each clean, hot, sterilized pint jar.
9. 9
   Fill with hot pepper and vinegar mixture to within 1/2 inch of top.
10. 10
    Remove bubbles with a rubber spatula.
11. 11
    Wipe rims clean.
12. 12
    Screw on hot, clean lids and rims.
13. 13
    Place jars in a boiling hot water bath for 5 minutes.
14. 14
    Do not overcook or you will have soggy peppers.
15. 15
    Remove from hot water bath and place on towel on counter.
16. 16
    Allow to cool - do not retighten tops.
17. 17
    They will pop when sealed.
18. 18
    I use a small fan to cool quicker.