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How to Make Dill Pickles

by EMMA CHRISTENSEN

Cool and crunchy, delightfully sour and capable of going from snack to sandwich without a hitch — that’s a good pickle. Here’s how to make your own batch.

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Sterilize glass jars in boiling water. 

STEP 1

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Trim off the cucumber stems, and cut into spears or coins (or you can leave them whole too!). 

STEP 2

Add garlic, dill seed, and red pepper flakes to jar. Pack in cucumbers. 

STEP 3

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Make pickling brine by bringing vinegar, water, and salt to a boil in a pot. 

STEP 4

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Pour brine into jars and tap jars gently to remove air bubbles. Seal with lid. 

STEP 5

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Refrigerate for at least 48 hours before eating. 

STEP 6

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Get all the recipe details at thekitchn.com