Dill Pickled Asparagus

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   Wash, drain and trim asparagus; cut into 4-1/2-in.

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   spears.

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   Discard ends or save.

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   for another use.

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   Place asparagus in a large container; cover with ice water.

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   In each of six 1-pint jars, place half of a garlic clove, 1 teaspoon dill seed,.

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   1 teaspoon mustard seed and six peppercorns.

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   In a Dutch oven, bring the water, vinegar, sugar and salt to a boil.

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   Drain asparagus; pack in jars to within 1/2 inches of top.

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    Ladle boiling liquid over asparagus, leaving 1/4-in.

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    headspace.

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    Adjust caps.

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    Process for 20 minutes in a boiling-water bath.

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    Remove jars to wire racks to cool completely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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