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Pickling Cucumbers
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Pickling Cucumbers
I have this quick kit for pickling
http://recipes.mrswages.com/recipedetail.aspx?id=1456
I also saw this which requires you to 24 hr brine in a salt/water/ice solution ahead of time...
is the brining needed ahead of time when using this type of kit?....and...
do I need a special salt..IE ....or is kosher or iodized fine....
any help is appreciated...thanks in advance
http://recipes.mrswages.com/recipedetail.aspx?id=1456
I also saw this which requires you to 24 hr brine in a salt/water/ice solution ahead of time...
is the brining needed ahead of time when using this type of kit?....and...
do I need a special salt..IE ....or is kosher or iodized fine....
any help is appreciated...thanks in advance
jrfrommd- Posts : 76
Join date : 2014-06-01
Age : 54
Location : Md
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
never mind found an answer...either use straight quick kit...or.... use CANNING or PICKLING saltjrfrommd wrote:I have this quick kit for pickling
http://recipes.mrswages.com/recipedetail.aspx?id=1456
I also saw this which requires you to 24 hr brine in a salt/water/ice solution ahead of time...
is the brining needed ahead of time when using this type of kit?....and...
do I need a special salt..IE ....or is kosher or iodized fine....
any help is appreciated...thanks in advance
jrfrommd- Posts : 76
Join date : 2014-06-01
Age : 54
Location : Md
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Correct, canning or kosher salt is what you want to use in canning. Do not use table salt. If you have a kit, follow their directions. Don't forget to post pics.
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Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Main reason for using only canning salt in pickles, etc., is that table salt has an anti-caking compound in it to keep it free flowing in humidity. Note the cute label for Morton's salt, the little girl with an umbrella and the words: "When it rains, it pours." I seem to remember the anti-caking compound is corn starch, and it can make your pickle brine appear cloudy. Also, you don't want iodine in your pickles, either. Get your iodine from fish, not pickles. Nonna
Nonna.PapaVino- Posts : 1437
Join date : 2011-02-07
Location : In hills west of St. Helens, OR
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Well here is the "Bread & Butter Mrs. Wages Pickles" maiden voyage.....I know this is probably not "Canning Purist" certified...but I wanted to start small & easy
this wide view photo is strictly to show off part of my recently remodeled 100% by me new kitchen
this wide view photo is strictly to show off part of my recently remodeled 100% by me new kitchen
jrfrommd- Posts : 76
Join date : 2014-06-01
Age : 54
Location : Md
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
ha! my wife was a little perturbed that I wanted to sleep on our granite for a week or so
jrfrommd- Posts : 76
Join date : 2014-06-01
Age : 54
Location : Md
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
I also used the Mrs. Wages mixes and my kosher dill zukes were outstanding. My kids normally do not like sweet pickles, but the Zesty Bread and Butter mix has a request for more this year. Regular Bread and Butter made some good pickles too. Recently saw a mix for spiced peaches that I want to try as well.
And the granite is beautiful.
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And the granite is beautiful.
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Certified SFG Instructor- Posts : 4374
Join date : 2010-10-17
Age : 81
Location : wilmington, nc zone 8
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Yeah, the counter looks very nice. Good job! I especially like the way the backsplash (I think that's what they call it?) continues up the wall.
Marc Iverson- Posts : 3638
Join date : 2013-07-05
Age : 62
Location : SW Oregon
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Lovely kitchen work - both the granite and the pickles!!
Judy McConnell- Posts : 440
Join date : 2012-05-08
Age : 83
Location : Manassas, VA(7a) and Riner, VA (7a)
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
yep that's a "full backsplash"....most times you get a 4" piece only....the full was non-negotiable with the wife(waaaay more $ )....we also did a "bumpout" behind the stove & sink which you can see just a bit..... it was a 20yr in the wings project so we went ALL IN!Marc Iverson wrote:Yeah, the counter looks very nice. Good job! I especially like the way the backsplash (I think that's what they call it?) continues up the wall.
jrfrommd- Posts : 76
Join date : 2014-06-01
Age : 54
Location : Md
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
It looks absolutely wonderful. Much more visually appealing than what one usually sees.
Marc Iverson- Posts : 3638
Join date : 2013-07-05
Age : 62
Location : SW Oregon
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
So, Chicago or Boston or National pickling cukes? I grow 2 types of cukes, but would like a pickinling type.
Beit Alpha
Indian Dance
Beit Alpha
Indian Dance
Scorpio Rising- Posts : 8687
Join date : 2015-06-12
Age : 62
Location : Ada, Ohio
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
The Chicago cucumber has thin skins. Has anyone tried this variety for pickling?
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
I like Early Russian but once again Baker Creek has discontinued a tried and true heirloom. Double check inventory and then find another seed source if out. Early Russian has been around a long time, nice flavor and a thin skin which pickling cukes usually have with no bitter taste so it can be eaten fresh. I may try this Chicago Pickling Cucumber, it sounds like a very close relative of The Early Russian and give Jerre a break on this one. I like growing Lemon Cucumbers for their mild taste and their appearance. I did grow West Indies Gherkin one year, took forever and was quite bitter but I like it. Sadly I was the only one who did, looks more like the outer husk of a chestnut than a cucumber relative.
Dan in Ct- Posts : 295
Join date : 2014-08-10
Location : Ct Zone 6A
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
Dan in Ct wrote:I like Early Russian but once again Baker Creek has discontinued a tried and true heirloom. Double check inventory and then find another seed source if out. Early Russian has been around a long time, nice flavor and a thin skin which pickling cukes usually have with no bitter taste so it can be eaten fresh. I may try this Chicago Pickling Cucumber, it sounds like a very close relative of The Early Russian and give Jerre a break on this one. I like growing Lemon Cucumbers for their mild taste and their appearance. I did grow West Indies Gherkin one year, took forever and was quite bitter but I like it. Sadly I was the only one who did, looks more like the outer husk of a chestnut than a cucumber relative.
Thanks, Dan. I have grown Beit Alpha for eating—wonderfullly sweet, spineless, thin skinned, just amazing. Last 2 years I grew Summer Dance, longer to mature, Indian variety. Not as prolific as the Beit Alpha, but great taste. I think I am leaning towards the Chicago Pickler. It matures early and reviews are favorable for eating and pickling!
Scorpio Rising- Posts : 8687
Join date : 2015-06-12
Age : 62
Location : Ada, Ohio
Re: Pickling Cucumbers
OK, fast forward! I am growing Mincher (super not prolific but tasty for eating), Chicago and National Pickling which I cannot tell apart. They are prolific to the point of driving me crazy, also very tasty to eat fresh! I have canned 3 quarts of dills, 3 quarts of sweets, and 6 pints of bread and butters to date. Also, pickled zucchini in a gorgeous mustard sweet/sour mix that I can’t wait to taste!
It really gets easier with some experience...just do it. You will never regret it!
The lovely zucchini mustard pickles! From the Complete Ball Book of Food Preservation!
It really gets easier with some experience...just do it. You will never regret it!
The lovely zucchini mustard pickles! From the Complete Ball Book of Food Preservation!
Scorpio Rising- Posts : 8687
Join date : 2015-06-12
Age : 62
Location : Ada, Ohio
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