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Classic Homemade Bread and Butter Pickles

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A simple and quick recipe for sweet, tangy, and crunchy bread and butter pickles made with fresh cucumbers, onions, and a flavorful brine.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups thinly sliced pickling cucumbers (preferably Kirby cucumbers)
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickling salt or kosher salt (avoid iodized salt)
  • 2 cups white granulated sugar (adjust for less sweetness if desired)
  • 2 cups white distilled vinegar (5% acidity)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Slice cucumbers and onions thinly (about 1/8 inch thickness) using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  2. Place cucumber and onion slices in a large bowl and sprinkle with 1/4 cup salt. Toss well and let sit for 1 to 2 hours, tossing occasionally to draw out excess water.
  3. Drain and rinse the salted cucumbers and onions under cold running water to remove excess salt. Drain well.
  4. In a large saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, and black pepper. Stir and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, boiling for 1-2 minutes until sugar dissolves and flavors infuse.
  5. Remove brine from heat and pour immediately over drained cucumbers and onions. Stir gently to combine. Let cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes), then transfer to clean glass jars or airtight containers. Seal and refrigerate.
  6. Pickles are ready to eat after 24 hours but taste best after 3 days. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Wear oven mitts when pouring hot brine to avoid spills. Salting cucumbers is essential for crunch. Let brine cool before sealing jars to prevent sogginess. For longer storage, process jars in a hot water bath, but refrigeration keeps pickles crisp. Adjust sugar to taste for sweetness preference.

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