Lime Pickles

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Combine 2 gallons water and pickling lime in a large bowl; add cucumbers and soak, stirring often, for 24 hours.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Drain cucumbers; thoroughly rinse under cold water. Fill a large bowl with ice water; add cucumbers and soak for 3 hours. Drain.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Pour cold vinegar into a large pot; stir in sugar, pickling spice, salt, celery seeds, cloves, and food coloring until dissolved. Add cucumbers; set aside, 8 hours to overnight.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bring cucumber mixture to a boil; remove pot from the heat.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Inspect 11 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until pickles are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Pack cucumber mixture into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims of jars with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Remove jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press centers of lids with a finger to ensure lids do not move up or down. Remove rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (100 servings total)