Uncle Bill'S Mustard Pickles Recipe

Name: Uncle Bill'S Mustard Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large cucumbers (fewer seeds the better); 3 large sweet red peppers, seeded and diced; 3 large green peppers, seeded and diced; 3 tablespoons pickling salt or 3 tablespoons coarse salt; 2 cups cauliflower florets; 1 large onion, minced; 3 stalks celery, chopped fine; 4 cups white vinegar; 4 cups granulated sugar; 5 tablespoons dry mustard; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 cup cold water

Servings: persons

6 large cucumbers (fewer seeds the better)
3 large sweet red peppers, seeded and diced
3 large green peppers, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons pickling salt or 3 tablespoons coarse salt
2 cups cauliflower florets
1 large onion, minced
3 stalks celery, chopped fine
4 cups white vinegar
4 cups granulated sugar
5 tablespoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 cup cold water

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["Wash and finely chop cucumbers.", "Seed and dice sweet red and green peppers.", "Place chopped cucumbers and peppers in a large bowl.", "Sprinkle over with pickling salt, cover and let sit overnight.", "The next morning, drain off the liquid and discard.", "Finely chop cauliflower, onion and celery and mix in with the cucumbers and peppers.", "Transfer vegetables to a large cooking pot.", "Add vinegar and sugar and bring to a boil.", "Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until vegetables are just tender, DO NOT OVERCOOK.", "In a small bowl, mix mustard and turmeric in a half cup of cold water.", "When vegetables are nearly done, mix in mustard mixture and stir until well blended and bring mixture back to just boil.", "Sterilize and prepare canning jars of your choice.", "Fill jars to within 1/4"" of the top of the jars.", "Apply lids and screw tops and process according to the method you are most familiar with.", "When jars are sealed and cooled, label and store in a cool, dark place."]

956

kcal

Calories

Fat

227

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large cucumbers (fewer seeds the better), 3 large sweet red peppers, seeded and diced, 3 large green peppers, seeded and diced, 3 tablespoons pickling salt or 3 tablespoons coarse salt, and more.

Yes, Uncle Bill'S Mustard 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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Uncle Bill'S Mustard Pickles

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