Blue Ribbon Horseradish Pickles Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Blue Ribbon Horseradish Pickles Delight.

1. Step 1

   Start by soaking your cucumbers in a bowl of ice-cold water for about 2 to 3 hours.

2. Step 2

   This step helps to crisp them up, ensuring your pickles have that delightful crunch.

3. Step 3

   Once they’ve soaked, drain the cucumbers and set them aside.

4. Step 4

   While the cucumbers are soaking, it’s time to prepare your jars.

5. Step 5

   Sterilize five 1-quart jars along with their lids and rings by placing them in a large pot of simmering water.

6. Step 6

   This ensures that your pickles stay fresh and safe to eat.

7. Step 7

   Next, grab a separate large pot and combine 7 cups of water, white vinegar, white sugar, and whole pickling spices.

8. Step 8

   Bring this mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to help the sugar dissolve completely.

9. Step 9

   The aroma of the vinegar and spices will start to fill your kitchen, making your mouth water in anticipation! Now, let’s prepare the jars.

10. Step 10

    In each sterilized jar, add a few sprigs of fresh dill, 1 tablespoon of pickling salt, 2 garlic cloves, and 2 strips of horseradish.

11. Step 11

    These ingredients will infuse your pickles with incredible flavor.

12. Step 12

    Before packing the cucumbers into the jars, trim the ends and make a small slit in the skin of each cucumber.

13. Step 13

    This little trick allows the brine to penetrate and helps any trapped air escape, ensuring your pickles are perfectly brined.

14. Step 14

    Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jars, making sure they’re snug but not squished.

15. Step 15

    Once your jars are filled, carefully pour the boiling brine over the cucumbers, filling each jar to about 1/2 inch from the top.

16. Step 16

    This is where the magic happens! Secure the lids on the jars and screw the rings on tightly to keep everything sealed in.

17. Step 17

    Now, bring the water you used for sterilizing the jars back to a boil.

18. Step 18

    Gently place the filled jars into the boiling water, then turn off the heat.

19. Step 19

    Let the jars sit in the hot water until it cools down.

20. Step 20

    This process helps to create a vacuum seal, ensuring your pickles stay fresh for longer.

21. Step 21

    After the jars have cooled, press the center of each lid with your finger.

22. Step 22

    If it pops back, it means the jar didn’t seal properly, and you’ll want to refrigerate those jars.

23. Step 23

    And there you have it! Your homemade pickles are ready to enjoy.

24. Step 24

    Whether you’re snacking on them straight from the jar or adding them to your favorite dishes, these pickles are sure to be a hit!.