Sweet Gherkins

10 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 5 qt. (about 7 lb.) cucumbers, 1 1/2 to 3-inches long
  • 1/2 c. salt, pure granulated
  • 8 c. sugar
  • 1 1/2 qt. vinegar
  • 3/4 tsp. turmeric
  • 2 tsp. celery seed
  • 2 tsp. whole mixed pickling spice
  • 8 cinnamon sticks (1-inch pieces)
  • 1/2 tsp. fennel (optional)
  • 2 tsp. vanilla (optional)

Directions

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    First
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    Day:
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    Morning - Wash cucumbers thoroughly; scrub with vegetable
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    brush.
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    Stem
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    ends may be left on if desired. Drain cucumbers; place
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    in
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    a large container and cover with boiling water.
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    Afternoon (6 to 8 hours later):
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    Drain; cover with fresh, boiling water.

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