COLORFUL BREAD-AND-BUTTER PICKLES

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Bright-hued sweet vegetable pickles are a welcome change from typical sandwich toppers. Bread-and-butters are tart, sweet, and slightly addictive-making for a great side to any burger or sandwich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds kirby cucumbers
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons coarse salt
2 cups cider vinegar
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seed
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers and onion into 1/8-inch thick slices, and transfer to a colander set in a bowl. Toss well with the salt. Refrigerate 1 hour. Rinse well, and drain. Pat dry between paper towels. Transfer cucumbers and onion to a large bowl.
  • Bring vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, and celery seed to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring. Reduce heat; simmer 4 minutes. Let cool slightly, 10 minutes.
  • Pour brine over vegetables; let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Transfer to airtight containers.

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