Sweet Pickle Sticks Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 10 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 5 hours
๐ Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Description:
Embrace the essence of homegrown goodness with our beloved sweet pickle sticks recipe, perfect for those garden-fresh cucumbers. Delightfully sweet and tangy, these pickles are a must-have for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to lively potluck gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of patience, you’ll have a batch of homemade pickles that are sure to become a family favorite.
Recipe Category:
Vegetable
Keywords:
Kid Friendly, Potluck, Weeknight, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1184.5
- Fat Content: 1.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 2354.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 288.2g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 274.8g
- Protein Content: 3.7g
Ingredients:
- 7 1/2 cups cider vinegar
- 8 cups sugar
- 6 teaspoons salt
- 9 teaspoons celery seeds
- 9 teaspoons turmeric
- 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds
- 6 cucumbers
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wash and cut the cucumbers into sticks. ๐ฅ |
| 2 | Pour boiling water over the cucumber sticks and let them stand for 4 hours to soak up the flavors. โณ |
| 3 | Drain the cucumber sticks and pack them into 6 quart jars, ensuring they are tightly packed for maximum flavor. ๐บ |
| 4 | In a large pot, combine the cider vinegar, sugar, salt, celery seeds, turmeric, and mustard seeds. ๐ฒ |
| 5 | Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 6 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. ๐ฅ |
| 6 | Pour the hot liquid over the cucumbers in the jars, ensuring they are completely submerged. Seal the jars firmly to preserve the freshness. ๐ถ |
| 7 | Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes to ensure they are properly sealed and preserved. ๐ง |
| 8 | Allow the pickles to cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place. They will continue to develop flavor over time. Enjoy your homemade sweet pickle sticks! ๐ |
Whether you’re enjoying these sweet pickle sticks as a snack, topping for sandwiches, or a flavorful side dish, their crisp texture and irresistible taste are sure to delight your taste buds. Make a batch today and savor the goodness of homemade pickles with every crunchy bite!
