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Calico Pickles

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These Calico Pickles offer a delightful crunch and a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. A classic American relish, this recipe combines crisp cucumbers, carrots, celery, onions, and sweet red peppers in a warm vinegar bruce. The result is a colorful, versatile condiment that adds brightness to hot dogs, burgers, and deli sandwiches. Ideal for preserving the bounty of summer harvests, these pickles improve with age, developing deeper complexity over time. They make a wonderful homemade gift or a cherished pantry staple for year-round enjoyment.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8
Calories: 199.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
These Calico Pickles offer a delightful crunch and a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. A classic American relish, this recipe combines crisp cucumbers, carrots, celery, onions, and sweet red peppers in a warm vinegar bruce. The result is a colorful, versatile condiment that adds brightness to hot dogs, burgers, and deli sandwiches. Ideal for preserving the bounty of summer harvests, these pickles improve with age, developing deeper complexity over time. They make a wonderful homemade gift or a cherished pantry staple for year-round enjoyment.
Ingredients
  • 4 cup Cucumbers, 1 inch slices
  • 2 1/2 cup Carrots, 1 inch slices.
  • 2 cup Celery, 1 inch slices
  • 2 cup Onions, 1 inch cubes
  • 2 cup Sweet Red Pepper, 1 inch
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine all sliced vegetables in a large, non-reactive bowl.
  2. 2
    Dissolve 1 cup of salt in 4 quarts of cold water.
  3. 3
    Pour the brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. 4
    Cover and soak in a cool place for 15 to 18 hours.
  5. 5
    Drain the vegetables thoroughly and rinse if desired.
  6. 6
    In a large kettle, combine 2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup mustard seed, 2 tbsp celery seed, 2 tbsp black peppercorns, 1 tbsp dried cilantro, and 6 1/2 cups vinegar.
  7. 7
    Bring the liquid mixture to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
  8. 8
    Boil the brine for 3 to 4 minutes.
  9. 9
    Add the drained vegetables to the boiling brine.
  10. 10
    Simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  11. 11
    Pack the hot vegetables and brine into sterilized pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  12. 12
    Remove air bubbles by tapping the jars or using a non-metallic utensil.
  13. 13
    Wipe rims, adjust lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 199.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 161.1mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 46.8g16%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g50%
Sugars 22.8g
Protein 6.4g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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