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Old-Fashioned Relish

A nostalgic recipe for Old-Fashioned Relish that captures the essence of family gatherings and summer picnics.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups cucumbers, chopped
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups vinegar
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 tablespoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the cucumbers.
  2. Mix the vegetables in a large bowl.
  3. Let them sweat with salt for about 2 hours.
  4. Prepare the pickling liquid by combining vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seeds in a saucepan.
  5. Combine the drained vegetable mixture with the pickling liquid.
  6. Jar the mixture into sterilized jars while hot.
  7. Refrigerate or process jars for longer storage.

Notes

Adjust sugar levels based on personal preference. Experiment with different vinegars or add herbs for variations.

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Keywords: relish, condiment, pickling, nostalgic recipe, canning