Best 2 Old Fashioned Pickle Barrel Pickles Recipes

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When preserving vegetables, turning cucumbers into pickles is a delightful option. With their crisp texture and vinegary zest, they are an enduring crowd-pleaser. Making pickles at home is a rewarding experience, and there's no better way to do it than following traditional methods. In this article, we'll take you on a journey to create mouthwatering "Old Fashioned Pickle Barrel Pickles." We'll delve into the art of selecting the best cucumbers, preparing the pickling solution, and the step-by-step process of preserving your pickles in a classic pickle barrel. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your workspace, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will result in a jar of delectable pickles that will transport you back in time.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED PICKLE BARREL PICKLES



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Provided by Food Network

Time P1m10DT15h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 pounds pickling cucumbers of uniform size (4 inches)
4 tablespoons pickling spices
6 bunches dill, washed and chopped
4 cloves garlic
1 cup white vinegar
2/3 cup pickling salt

Steps:

  • Gently scrub pickles with a vegetable brush and rinse with cool water. Dry thoroughly. In a large stoneware crock or a deep enamel kettle sprinkle in half of pickling spices, dill and garlic over the bottom. Layer cucumbers in crock, filling to within 3 inches of top. Sprinkle with remaining pickling spices, dill and garlic. Mix vinegar with salt and 2 quarrts of water. Pour over cucumbers, to cover. Weight with a plate and cans, making sure cucumbers are completely submerged. Cover loosely with cheesecloth. Check pickles each day and skim off scum as it forms -- it may not begin to form until fifth day. Do not stir pickles, but make sure they remain completely submerged in brine at all times. If necessary, add additional brine. Leave for 3 to 4 weeks. Pickles will turn an olive-drab color and texture will be soft-crisp and be uniformly translucent. Let stand or an additional month to develop flavor, replacing brine as necessary.;

OLD-FASHIONED GARLIC DILL PICKLES



Old-Fashioned Garlic Dill Pickles image

When I was raising my big family, I'd make dill pickles toward the end of the growing season for winter's keeping. Crushed red pepper flakes gives them a bit of bite.- Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 garlic cloves, peeled and halved, divided
15 fresh dill heads
4 pounds small cucumbers (3 to 4 inches long)
6 cups water
4-1/2 cups white vinegar
6 tablespoons canning salt
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place five garlic clove halves and five dill heads in each of three hot 1-quart jars. Pack cucumbers into jars to within 1/2 in. of the top., In a large saucepan, bring water, vinegar, salt and pepper flakes to a boil. Carefully ladle hot liquid over cucumbers, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Add remaining five garlic clove halves to each jar. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, crisp cucumbers for the best results.
  • Wash the cucumbers thoroughly before pickling.
  • Cut the cucumbers into uniform pieces so that they pickle evenly.
  • Use a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid for pickling.
  • Make sure the pickling solution covers the cucumbers completely.
  • Store the pickles in a cool, dark place for at least two weeks before eating.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned pickle barrel pickles are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of pickles that will be enjoyed by family and friends alike. So next time you're looking for a tasty and refreshing treat, give these pickles a try!

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