Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe

Name: Bread and Butter Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds Kirby cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 1 onion, sliced very thin; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 cups ice cubes; 1 cup cider vinegar; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds Kirby cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 onion, sliced very thin
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 cups ice cubes
1 cup cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste

1
In a large bowl combine the cucumbers and onion, sprinkle with salt, and toss well.
2
Add the ice cubes and chill, covered, overnight.
3
Drain the mixture in a colander and rinse under cold water.
4
In a saucepan bring the remaining ingredients to a boil, stirring.
5
Add the cucumbers and onions and bring to just a simmer, stirring.
6
Transfer to a bowl and cool.
7
Chill the pickles, covered, for 24 hours.
8
The pickles can be made 1 week ahead and kept refrigerated, covered.
9
Or, spoon the hot pickles into sterilized 1-pint Mason-type jars, filling the jars to within 1/2-inch of the top.
10
Seal with the lids.
11
Put the jars on a rack in a kettle and pour in enough hot water to cover them by 2 inches.
12
Bring to a boil and cook, covered, for 10 minutes.
13
Transfer the jars with tongs to a rack and cool.
14
Store in a cool, dark, dry place.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds Kirby cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch slices, 1 onion, sliced very thin, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 cups ice cubes, and more.

Yes, Bread and Butter Pickles falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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