Old Fashioned Sweet Nine Day Pickles Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Sweet Nine Day Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts cucumbers, cut in 1/2 inch pieces; Soaking Brine; 2 cups pickling salt; 16 cups water; Plain Water Soak; 4 quarts water; Pickle Solution; 1 cup vinegar; 2 cups water; 1 teaspoon alum; Sweet Pickle Brine; 2 cups vinegar; 2 cups water; 8 cups sugar; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon pickling spices, tied in a bag

Servings: persons

4 quarts cucumbers, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
Soaking Brine
2 cups pickling salt
16 cups water
Plain Water Soak
4 quarts water
Pickle Solution
1 cup vinegar
2 cups water
1 teaspoon alum
Sweet Pickle Brine
2 cups vinegar
2 cups water
8 cups sugar
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon pickling spices, tied in a bag

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STEP ONE: Cut cucumbers in 1/2 inch pieces or a little larger and place in a crock or large glass container. Bring the soaking brine to a boil, pour over cut cucumbers, cover with a clean cloth and weigh down with a plate. Cover crock with a clean tea towel.
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Let stand three days.
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STEP TWO: Drain, put back in crock and cover with fresh water. There is no salt added to this.
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Let stand two days.
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STEP THREE: Drain and place back in crock.
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Bring the pickle solution with the alum to a boil and simmer two minutes pour over.
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Stand overnight.
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STEP FOUR: Drain and place back in crock. Make Sweet Pickle brine, bring to a boil and pour over. For three days drain this syrup into a large pot and bring to a boil. Pour back over the cucumber slices. The third day once again bring the syrup to a boil. Put pickles into sterilized jars, pour hot brine over and seal.
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I often replace some of the cucumber pieces with cauliflower chunks, making for a mixed sweet pickle.
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Makes about eight pints.

1600

kcal

Calories

405

Carbs

Protein

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 quarts cucumbers, cut in 1/2 inch pieces, Soaking Brine, 2 cups pickling salt, 16 cups water, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned Sweet Nine Day 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.

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Old Fashioned Sweet Nine Day Pickles

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Variations & substitutions

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