Mama'S "Fertilizer" Sweet Pickles

Name: Mama'S "Fertilizer" Sweet Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 lb. cucumbers, cut 1/3-inch thick; 2 c. lime; 2 gal. water; 2 qt. vinegar; 3 or 4 drops green food coloring; 9 or 10 c. sugar; 1 Tbsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. whole cloves; mixed spices; celery seed

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1043 kcal · General

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Mama'S "Fertilizer" Sweet Pickles – a delicious recipe with cucumbers, lime, water, vinegar, sugar, salt. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

7 lb. cucumbers, cut 1/3-inch thick
2 c. lime
2 gal. water
2 qt. vinegar
3 or 4 drops green food coloring
9 or 10 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. salt
1 Tbsp. whole cloves
mixed spices
celery seed

1
Cook together vinegar, green food coloring, sugar and salt. Put in a bag the whole cloves, mixed spices and celery seed. Bring to a full boil and pour over cucumbers and let stand overnight.
2
Heat and let cook 35 minutes.
3
Then fill and seal jars.

1043

kcal

Calories

270

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 lb. cucumbers, cut 1/3-inch thick, 2 c. lime, 2 gal. water, 2 qt. vinegar, and more.

Yes, Mama'S "Fertilizer" Sweet Pickles falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1043 kcal
Category
General

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