Deschauer's Dill's
- 8 lbs of 3 to 4 inch pickling cucumbers
- 4 cups white vinegar
- 12 cups water
- 23 cup pickling salt
- 16 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
- 8 heads fresh dill
- 1.
- Wash cucumbers and place in the sink/large basin with cold water and lot's of ice.
- Soak in ice water for at least 2 hours, but no more than 8 hours.
- Refresh ice as needed.
- Sterilize 8 (1 Quart) canning jars in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.
- 2.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine the vinegar, water, and pickling salt.
- Bring the brine to a rapid boil.
- 3.
- In each jar, place 2 half garlic cloves (or to taste) and one head of dill, then enough cucumbers to fill the jar (about 1 pound).
- Then add 2 more garlic halves.
- Fill the jard with the hot brine, Seal the jars making sure that the lids and jar rims are free of any residue.
- 4.
- Process sealed jars in a boiling water bath.
- Process 1 quart for 15 minutes.
- 5.
- Store pickles for a minimum of 8 weeks before consuming.
- Refrigerate after opening.
- These pickles will keep for up to 2 years if stored in a cool dry place.
cucumbers, white vinegar, water, pickling salt, garlic, dill
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/deschauers-dills-387886 (may not work)