What to do with the all those fresh garden vegetables?
Brine
4 Cups of vinegar
2 Cups water
2 T sugar
2 T salt
Spices
1 tsp oregano or three sprig of fresh dill
2 bay leaves
6 garlic cloves
1/2 tsp red chilli peppers or small hot pepper
Assortments of sliced veggies
cucumber
zucchini
carrots
peppers
green beans
Directions
Heat vinegar, water, sugar and salt till dissolved.
Cook veggies a short time in boiling water and leave crisp. Put in ice water to stop the cooking process.
Fill sterilized jars with veggies, fresh dill or dried oregano, bay leaves and garlic.
Pour in liquid.
Seal and leave in the refrigerator for 5 days. Makes two large jars.
Pickles keep for a few weeks in the refrigerator.
