Try this homemade Nine Day Pickles recipe the whole family will love. Made with peck, salt, water and alum. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Nine Day Pickles relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as peck (4 qt.) small cukes, pt. salt or more, gal. water or more and alum. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 2333 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026