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Amish Bread and Butter Pickles

Here's how to make cucumbers inro sweet bread and butter pickles.
Prep Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 gal. cucumbers (2 1/2 inches long)
  • 8 small onions
  • 2 green peppers
  • 1/2 c. salt
  • 5 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 tsp. celery seed
  • 1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
  • 2 tbsp. mustard seed
  • 3 c. vinegar
  • 2 c. water

Instructions

  • Slice cucumbers 1/8 inch thick after washing (do not peel).
  • Cut onions into slices and shred peppers.
  • Season them with salt and mix well.
  • Fill a quart (2 trays) of ice cubes into the center.
  • Cover with a weighted lid. 
  • Let stand for 3 hours and drain thoroughly.
  • Prepare the syrup by mixing sugar, turmeric, and cloves.
  • Then add celery seed, mustard, and vinegar.
  • Drizzle over sliced vegetables.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
  • The mixture should be heated to scalding. Pour into hot, sterilized jars, and seal. 
  • Makes about nine pints.

Notes

Pickles are so good and are a healthy snack idea that can be enjoyed with family and friends. Make nine pints of bread and butter pickles with this recipe.