dill pickle recipe

Dill Pickle Recipe

Dill pickles are a classic favorite known for their crisp texture and tangy, aromatic flavor. This dill pickle recipe combines fresh cucumbers with dill and garlic to create a savory treat perfect for snacking, sandwiches, or as a side for your favorite meals. These homemade pickles are easy to make and can be stored for weeks when properly canned, delivering a traditional, flavorful pickle experience every time. Check out Dill Pickle Recipe and other easy-to-make favorites.

Ingredients

8 pounds small pickling cucumbers
4 cups water
4 cups distilled white vinegar
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup pickling salt
3 tablespoons pickling spice, wrapped in cheesecloth
7 (1-quart) canning jars with lids and rings
7 heads fresh dill
7 cloves garlic

Directions

  • Place cucumbers in a large pot and cover with ice cubes. Let sit for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours. Drain and pat dry.
  • In a large saucepan, combine water, vinegar, sugar, pickling salt, and pickling spice. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack cucumbers into the hot jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top. Add one dill head and one garlic clove to each jar.
  • Pour the hot pickling liquid into the jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the rim. Wipe the rims clean and place the lids and rings on the jars.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and carefully lower the jars into the pot, leaving a 2-inch space between them. Ensure the water level is at least 1 inch above the jars. Cover and boil for 5 minutes.
  • Remove jars from the stockpot and place on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, several inches apart, until cool. Check that each lid is sealed by pressing down; it should not move. Refrigerate any jars that did not seal properly and consume within two weeks.
  • Store sealed jars in a cool, dark area and wait at least one week before opening for optimal flavor.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Yield: 7 (1-quart) jars