Favorite Bread & Butter Pickles Recipe

Name: Favorite Bread & Butter Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 cups sliced cucumbers (about 12 medium); 3 cups sliced onions (about 4 medium); 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced; 1 medium green pepper, sliced; 3 quarts ice water; 1/2 cup canning salt; 6 cups sugar; 6 cups white vinegar; 3 tablespoons mustard seed; 3 teaspoons celery seed; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Servings: persons

20 cups sliced cucumbers (about 12 medium)
3 cups sliced onions (about 4 medium)
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced
3 quarts ice water
1/2 cup canning salt
6 cups sugar
6 cups white vinegar
3 tablespoons mustard seed
3 teaspoons celery seed
1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1
Place cucumbers, onions and peppers in a large bowl. In another large bowl, mix ice water and salt; pour over vegetables. Let stand 3 hours.
2
Rinse vegetables and drain well. Pack vegetables into eleven hot 1-pint jars to within 1/2 in. of the top.
3
In a Dutch oven, bring sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, celery seed, turmeric and cloves to a boil. Carefully ladle hot liquid over vegetable mixture, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot liquid. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
4
Place jars into canner, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

1588

kcal

Calories

Fat

384

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 cups sliced cucumbers (about 12 medium), 3 cups sliced onions (about 4 medium), 1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced, 1 medium green pepper, sliced, and more.

Yes, Favorite Bread & 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Favorite Bread & Butter Pickles

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