Dillybeans

1. 1

   Wash beans and snip off ends.

2. 2

   Discard any that are wilted or discolored.

3. 3

   In a saucepan combine water, vinegar, pickling salt, sugar, bay leaves, and onions.

4. 4

   Bring liquid to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Drop beans into boiling water and cook for just 5 minutes.

6. 6

   They must still be crisp.

7. 7

   Drain immediately and rinse in cold water.

8. 8

   Pack beans upright in 8-ounce jars with a couple of slices of onion.

9. 9

   Add 1 hot pepper, 1 clove garlic, and a sprig of dill to each jar and pour hot vinegar mixture over the beans to overflowing.

10. 10

    Seal immediately.

11. 11

    NOTE:

12. 12

    Thinly cut carrots or other firm vegetables may be used in place of or in addition to the beans.

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