Best 12 Grammie Beas Crispy Bread And Butter Pickles Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Gramma Bea's Crispy Bread and Butter Pickles, a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of sweet, tangy, and crunchy perfection. These pickles are not just ordinary pickles; they are a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Discover the secrets behind these delectable treats as we unveil Gramma Bea's time-honored recipe, along with variations that cater to diverse palates and preferences. From classic bread and butter pickles to spicy and dilly variations, this article is a comprehensive guide to pickle-making mastery. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure where each bite is a celebration of flavor and tradition.

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CLASSIC CRISP BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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Classic 'bread and butter' pickles are perfect with lunches, picnics and barbecues.

Provided by Ball

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Ball® Canning & Recipes

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 pounds 4- to 6-inch cucumbers, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 pounds onions, thinly sliced
½ cup canning salt
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons mustard seed
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons celery seed
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon peppercorns
3 cups vinegar
Ball® Pickle Crisp® Granules
7 Ball® or Kerr® Pint (16 oz) Jars with lids and bands

Steps:

  • Combine cucumber and onion slices in a large bowl, layering with salt: cover with ice cubes. Let stand 11/2 hours. Drain; rinse; drain again.
  • Combine remaining ingredients except Pickle Crisp in a large saucepot; bring to a boil. Add drained cucumbers and onions and return to a boil.
  • Pack hot pickles and liquid into hot jars, 1/2-inch headspace. Add rounded 1/8 tsp Pickle Crisp® Granules to each jar. Remove air bubbles. Adjust two-piece caps.
  • Process 10 minutes in a boiling-water canner, adjusting for altitude.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1980.1 mg, Sugar 16.8 g

CRISP BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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Make and share this Crisp Bread and Butter Pickles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h

Yield 7 pints, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 quarts cucumbers, thinly sliced
8 medium white onions (Onions should be peeled and thinly sliced.)
1/2 cup pickling salt
5 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 teaspoon celery seed
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
5 cups cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Mix the cucumbers and onions with the salt and 2 quarts of cracked ice and let them stand, covered with a weighted lid, for 3 hours.
  • Drain thoroughly and put the vegetables in a large kettle.
  • Add the sugar, spices and vinegar and bring almost to a boil, stirring often with a wooden spoon, but do not boil.
  • Pack the pickles into hot jars and seal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.8, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 7091.4, Carbohydrate 145, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 133.6, Protein 3

GRAM MILLER'S BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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My great grandma's bread and butter pickle recipe. This is a canning recipe, so you'll have some for the whole winter!

Provided by madmoose123

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time 2h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cucumbers, thinly sliced
3 onions, sliced
¼ cup salt
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon celery seed
½ teaspoon mustard seed
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
4 1-pint canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Mix cucumbers and onions together in a bowl. Stir in salt and let sit for 2 hours.
  • Stir vinegar, water, sugar, celery seed, mustard seed, ginger, and turmeric together in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil; add cucumber mixture and continue to boil until cucumbers and onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the hot cucumber mixture into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

BEA AND BILL'S BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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These are the pickles that were present at every family event. One taste and memories of summer and our grandparents - Bill and Beatrice Cooper - come flooding back. Enjoy!

Provided by Matt Henchen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time 6h40m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 cups thinly sliced cucumbers
8 white onions, sliced thinly
⅓ cup pickling salt
3 cloves garlic, halved
cracked ice, or as needed
4 cups white sugar
3 cups cider vinegar
2 tablespoons mustard seed
1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
1 ½ teaspoons celery seed
6 1-quart canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine cucumbers, onions, pickling salt, and garlic in a large pot. Place enough cracked ice atop the cucumber mixture to cover by at least 2 inches.
  • Cover the pot with a lid and refrigerate 3 to 12 hours. Drain all liquid from the mixture. Discard any remaining pieces of ice. Remove the garlic and set aside.
  • Bring the sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, turmeric, and celery seed to a boil in a separate large saucepan, stirring frequently. Add the cucumber and onion mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook at a simmer until cucumbers and onion are soft, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the cucumber and onion mixture into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/2 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place jars in a canning pot with at least an inch of water covering all of the jars and boil for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). If you have a can that does not seal, just stick it in the fridge and eat that jar first. Store in a cool, dark area, and wait at least 3 hours before opening.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1235.4 mg, Sugar 30.7 g

BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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My mom always made this crisp bread and butter pickle recipe when we were kids, and she gave me the recipe. They're pleasantly tart and so good. Now I make bread and butter pickles for my own kids all of the time! -Karen Owen, Rising Sun, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 7 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds cucumbers, sliced
8 small onions, sliced
1/2 cup canning salt
5 cups sugar
4 cups white vinegar
2 tablespoons mustard seed
2 teaspoons celery seed
1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large container, combine the cucumbers, onions and salt. Cover with crushed ice and mix well. Let stand for 3 hours. Drain; rinse and drain again., In a Dutch oven, combine the sugar, vinegar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add cucumber mixture; return to a boil. Remove from the heat., Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight. Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BREAD-AND-BUTTER PICKLES



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For these pickles, I spiced up classic, sweet bread-and-butter slices with allspice and coriander. Generally, the smaller the cucumbers, the more crisp the pickles will be. I used very small Kirby cucumbers, and a month later mine still crunch with each bite.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     side dish

Time 50m

Yield About 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound Kirby cucumbers
2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
3 large sprigs fresh dill
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon allspice berries

Steps:

  • Trim ends from cucumbers and slice into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. In a colander set over a plate, toss them with salt. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 2 hours. Drain and transfer cucumbers and dill to a bowl.
  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, coriander, peppercorns and allspice. Bring to a boil and cook until sugar dissolves. Pour hot liquid over cucumbers and toss well. Let stand, tossing every 10 minutes, for 30 minutes. Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 40, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 223 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

GRANDMA ELSIE'S BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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Make and share this Grandma Elsie's Bread and Butter Pickles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by crimsondove

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h55m

Yield 8 half pints

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium cucumbers, sliced
3 medium onions, sliced in half moons
1 cup canning salt
3 cups vinegar
3 cups boiling water
1 1/2 teaspoons mustard seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Wash cucumbers well. Slice, then discard any slices with blemishes.
  • Mix cucumbers, onions, and salt; let stand 2 hours. Drain and rinse off excess salt.
  • Combine vinegar, boiling water, mustard seed, celery seed, turmeric and sugar. Bring to a boil, add cucumbers. Cook 5 minutes.
  • Pack into hot sterilized jars leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rim of jar with a damp paper towel. Adjust 2 piece caps. Process in a boiling water bath canner for 15 minutes.
  • *Test cucumbers for hollowness: if a cucumber floats in a bucket of water, it's a "hollow" cucumber and is good for relish, not pickling.
  • **To avoid a cloudy brine or darkened pickles, do not use common table salt (use only canning salt).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 14158.5, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 55.5, Protein 2.1

BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES II



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These are the best bread and butter pickles I have ever had!! And I have been looking for a long time. I guarantee you'll love them! This recipe makes a lot, so get ready to crunch. Enjoy!

Provided by David

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time 4h30m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 11

25 cucumbers, thinly sliced
6 onions, thinly sliced
2 green bell peppers, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
½ cup salt
3 cups cider vinegar
5 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons mustard seed
1 ½ teaspoons celery seed
½ teaspoon whole cloves
1 tablespoon ground turmeric

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together cucumbers, onions, green bell peppers, garlic and salt. Allow to stand approximately 3 hours.
  • In a large saucepan, mix the cider vinegar, white sugar, mustard seed, celery seed, whole cloves and turmeric. Bring to a boil.
  • Drain any liquid from the cucumber mixture. Stir the cucumber mixture into the boiling vinegar mixture. Remove from heat shortly before the combined mixtures return to boil.
  • Transfer to sterile containers. Seal and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 937.7 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

GRANNY FOSTER'S BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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The perfect combination of sweet and tart, thinly sliced bread and butter pickles are the quintessential all-purpose sandwich toppers, delivering lots of big, punchy flavor in a small package. They make such a satisfyingly crunchy snack that-if you're anything like me-you'll soon graduate from layering them in sandwiches to munching them straight from the jar.

Yield makes about 6 pints

Number Of Ingredients 9

20 to 22 small Kirby cucumbers (about 3 1/2 pounds), cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup kosher salt
2 garlic cloves
4 cups apple cider vinegar
3 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
2 teaspoons celery seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric

Steps:

  • Place the cucumbers and onion in a large bowl with the salt and garlic. Cover with ice and toss to mix. Let stand for 3 hours to crisp, then drain well, removing any ice that has not yet melted. Do not rinse.
  • If preserving the pickles, sterilize six 1-pint heat-tempered canning jars (see Know-how, page 291).
  • Combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric in a large pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the cucumbers, onion, and garlic, bring back to a boil, and remove immediately from the heat.
  • For refrigerator pickles, refrigerate in airtight containers for two weeks to allow flavors to develop, or for up to 1 month.
  • For preserved pickles, pack in the sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace, and process in a hot water bath for about 10 minutes to vacuum-seal (see Know-how, page 291). Let cool to room temperature, check the seal, and store in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks to allow flavors to develop before serving, or for up to 6 months. Refrigerate after opening.
  • Pickling cucumbers are firm-fleshed, small-seeded varieties that hold up especially well to pickling, meaning they keep their crunch, and they are the ones I recommend using; some of the most common varieties are Kirbys and gherkins. When selecting the cucumbers, make sure they are no longer than the jars you are putting them in; for pint jars they should be 4 1/2 to 5 inches or less. If your cucumbers are larger, use quart jars or trim the ends.
  • There is something so rewarding about opening up a jar of Sour Cherry Preserves (page 304) or Green Tomato Chow-Chow (page 300) long after the berries and tomatoes of summer have given way to winter. Happily, making your own preserves is really very easy. All you need to get started are a few inexpensive pieces of equipment and an understanding of a few basic techniques. Here's everything you need to know:
  • • 1 or 2 large, heavy nonreactive metal pots
  • • Sterile, heat-tempered glass canning jars, such as Ball or Kerr brand, plus an equal number of lids and rings.
  • • Tongs, for lifting the jars out of the water bath
  • • Funnel, for cleanly filling jars
  • • Canning rack, for loading jars securely in the water bath
  • • Magnetic lid lifter, to lift sterilized lids without touching them
  • The first step in canning is always to sterilize or scald the jars (including the lids and rings) in which the food will be stored. This ensures a safe, clean environment and minimizes the risk of spoilage or bacterial growth. This step is especially important if the recipe calls for processing in a water bath for less than 10 minutes. To sterilize, place the jars, lids, and rings in a large pot, cover with water, and boil for 10 to 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave the jars in the pot, covered, until ready to fill.
  • • Drain and carefully fill the hot jars according to the recipe, taking care not to touch the rims or interiors with your bare hands. Use a funnel if possible.
  • • When filling the jars with raw vegetables, such as cucumbers, to make pickles, pack the vegetables as tightly as possible, pressing down with your fingers as you fill the jars.
  • • If making pickles in a brine, be sure the vegetables are completely covered with the pickling liquid.
  • • Make sure to leave the headspace recommended in the recipe (typically 1/4 to 1/2 inch, depending on the acidity of the food); this ensures the jars seal properly.
  • • Remove any air bubbles before sealing by tapping each jar on the counter a few times or stirring with a sterilized spoon or chopstick.
  • • Wipe the rims using a clean cloth, place the lids on the jars, and screw on the rings until secure but not fully tightened.
  • This is the method I use when making jams, fruit preserves, and chutneys.
  • • Pack the jars as noted above.
  • • The jam, preserves, or chutney should be boiling when packed in the hot, sterilized jars. This is key to ensuring that the jars seal correctly.
  • • Place the sterilized lids on the jars and screw on the rings until secure but not fully tightened.
  • • Invert the closed jars for about 2 minutes and then turn them upright (this allows the hot liquid to soften the rubber on the lid, thus ensuring a tight seal).
  • This is the method I use to preserve pickles and relishes.
  • • Always bring the water bath to a good rolling boil before you begin. Reduce the heat and keep it at a simmer after the filled jars have been added; rapidly boiling water may cause water to leak into the jars.
  • • Using tongs or a canning rack, carefully lower the jars into the boiling water until fully submerged, making sure they are not touching. Cover and simmer according to the recipe (typically 10 to 20 minutes, depending on what you are processing).
  • • You may need to adjust the cooking time for altitude. For altitudes between 1,000 and 6,000 feet, add 5 minutes; between 6,000 and 12,000 feet, add 10 minutes.
  • • When you are done processing, turn off the heat and let the jars sit in the water for another 5 minutes.
  • • Remove the jars from the water and let sit undisturbed until completely cool, about 5 hours or overnight. As the jars cool down you should be able to hear the lids popping, a sign that they are sealing correctly.
  • • When the jars have cooled completely, tighten the rings all the way.
  • • Check the seal on each lid. If sealed properly, the center will be slightly depressed and will not "pop" when pressed.
  • • If any of the lids haven't sealed, store those jars in the refrigerator for up to 1 to 2 months and use first.
  • • Using labels or a permanent marker, clearly mark the jars with the packing date.
  • • Store in a cool, dark place until ready to use. Most perserves will keep for 6 months to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening and use within 1 to 2 months.

MY WONDERFUL BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES!!!



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I thought I lost my recipe and almost had a heart attack!! So here it is. I've been making this for years and every single one who tries the pickles absolutely love them. I hope you do too!

Provided by Chill

Categories     Vegetable

Time 4h15m

Yield 7 pints

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 quarts cucumbers, medium size sliced (about 6lbs)
1 1/2 cups onions, sliced (about 12-15 small white, about 1 lb)
2 large garlic cloves
1/3 cup salt
24 ice cubes
4 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons celery seeds
2 tablespoons mustard seeds
3 cups white vinegar

Steps:

  • Wash cucumbers thoroughly using a vegetable brush and drain on a rack.
  • Slice unpeeled cucumbers into 1/8-1/4" thick slices. I use a food processor for this step.
  • Add onions and garlic.
  • Add salt and mix thoroughly.
  • Cover with ice cubes, allow to sit for 3 hours.
  • Drain thoroughly, remove garlic.
  • Combine sugar, spices and vinegar.
  • Heat just to a boil.
  • Add cucumbers and onions and heat 5 minutes.
  • Pack loosely into clean, pint jars. Adjust lids.
  • Process in a boiling waterbath for 5 minutes.
  • Start to count processing time as soon as the water returns to boiling.
  • Times are approximate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582.5, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 5399.8, Carbohydrate 142.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 134.3, Protein 2.6

EASY BREAD AND BUTTER PICKLES



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These pickles are so much better tasting then the kind you buy in a jar. Fresh from the stove and chilled in the refrigerator to your table for your summer evening barbeque. Prep time does not include chill time.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 small pickling cucumbers, unpeeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 medium onion, cut in half and thinly sliced
1 cup cider vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Combine cucumbers, onion, vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, dry mustard, turmeric, crushed red pepper, and celery seeds; heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Boil 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Pour cucumber mixture into a large bowl; cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  • Cover and chill overnight before serving.
  • You can spoon cooled cucumbers and their liquid into jars with tight-fitting lids and refrigerate up to 4 weeks.

PICKLED BEETS, GRANDMA'S STYLE



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I planted beets in the garden this year as I love pickled beets. I also got this recipe from my sister and our Grandma Ruth's "instructions". "Do not hot pack".."slip skins and fill jars." "Do not cook in vinegar/sugar mixture. They will bleed too much and that will ruin the beets." I pulled the beets from the garden, washed...

Provided by deb baldwin

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

beets grow 1 package of seeds (made 3 short rows in my raised garden bed)
1" to 2" about 5 pounds of beets
it took about 2 months from seed to pulling my prized beets
PICKLING LIQUID - 1 BATCH
2 c sugar, white
2 c apple cider vinegar (5% acidity)
2 c water
SPICES
1 tsp whole cloves
1 tsp whole allspice (use sparingly)
2 stick (2") cinnamon sticks
cheese cloth

Steps:

  • 1. WASH BEETS. Trim tops to about 3 inches and remove any dead stem tops. Do not trim the root. If you have different size beets, sort into 2 or 3 sizes and fill your 2-3 large pots. The beets will cook even and you will have them already sized to fill the jars. Add water to cover beets, put on lid and set on medium heat to bring to a boil. Turn down and simmer.
  • 2. MAKE PICKLING LIQUID: While beets are simmering..prepare the pickling liquid. Add all the liquid (vinegar, sugar & water)to one pot and mix well. Tie spices into the cheesecloth and add to liquid. Simmer pickling liquid and spice bag for about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove spice bag. Hint: I saved the spice bag in a ziplock bag and put in freezer for later use. One batch of pickling liquid was enough, and you can make more if needed.
  • 3. SIMMER beets for about 15 to 30 minutes until skin slips easily. Hint: take one beet out and try to slip skin. If not, return to pot and add a few more minutes. I scooped out a few beets at a time and put into a bowl of cool water and then trimmed off top and root and slipped the skin. Discard water from pots when done.
  • 4. FILL your clean, sterilized jars with the beets. I had quite a few cleaned as I thought I was going to fill up everything. LOL. I put the jars into the dishwasher to clean and keep while I was preparing beets. Leave 1" head space. FILL your beet filled jars with the warm pickling liquid and also leave 1" head space. Remove any bubbles you see (non metallic tool) and wipe jar tops and threads clean and place (cleaned and sterile) lids and rings and screw rings down firmly. Do not worry about keeping your filled jars hot..
  • 5. WATER BATH: 30 minutes (old way)I did a little research and it says yes? and no? So I did not use this method. ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER: Mine can be used for canning. It will hold 3 - 32 oz (quart) and 4 - 16 oz (pint)
  • 6. FILL ELITE ELECTRIC PRESSURE COOKER (8 Qt): Please use your directions for your pressure cooker. I got 6 pint jars of beets. Sooooo..fill inner pot with 4 pint jars. Wrap a clean dish towel around jars to keep from touching each other (and the sides). Fill with 6 cups of warm water. Close lid and lock...make sure that the pressure limiting valve is set to air tight. Plug in the power and set timer to 30 minutes. When pressure cooker time is finished, unplug and let sit until pressure release is released naturally. Open lid and look inside...2 of my jars had leaked (I did not tighten enough) Remove jars with canning tongs and set on a towel away from drafts. They will boil for a while until cool enough. Remove rings after the lids pop. Clean rings, tops and jars to keep rings from rusting. Repeat with the last 2 jars as above. (my jars leaked so I dumped out the water and rinsed towel and reused the towel and added clean water as above)

Tips:

  • Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use pickling cucumbers, which are smaller and have thinner skins than slicing cucumbers.
  • Use a sharp knife: When slicing the cucumbers, use a sharp knife to ensure clean, even slices.
  • Make sure the brine is boiling: When making the brine, bring it to a full boil before pouring it over the cucumbers. This will help to kill any bacteria and ensure that the pickles are safe to eat.
  • Let the pickles cool completely: After the pickles have been brined, let them cool completely before refrigerating. This will help to preserve their crisp texture.
  • Store the pickles in a cool, dark place: Once the pickles are cooled, store them in a cool, dark place, such as a refrigerator or pantry. This will help to keep them fresh and crispy for longer.

Conclusion:

Gramma Bea's Crispy Bread and Butter Pickles are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these pickles all year long. So next time you're looking for a tasty and refreshing treat, give this recipe a try!

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