- Jan 16, 2019
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Since pickles go well with BBQ, I thought I would try to make some basic dill pickles. Over the last couple weeks, I assembled the needed supplies, several of which were not in stock at the time.
Finally got around to the actual canning. I used the traditional water bath canning method. Used the Ball Dill Pickle recipe, half vinegar/half water, garlic, fresh dill and processed for 15 minutes. They are now cooling. I heard the "tink" as the lids sealed (at least they do not pop when I press down). Top picture is fitting them into the jars and the bottom is out of the bath and resting.
I know they are supposed to cool for 12 -24 hours, and now my questions:
With this canning method, they are pantry shelf stable for a couple months, right? (If sealed properly, which I believe they are)
Second, how long would you recommend that they flavorize? Couple weeks? I have read that it can be anywhere from a couple days to a couple weeks.
Any other tips/comments? Fun process for the first time and I am looking forward to doing more. I planted some cucumbers in pots and I assume my home grown will be better that the Walmart special cukes I found
Thanks All for looking and your advice!
Howling Dog
Finally got around to the actual canning. I used the traditional water bath canning method. Used the Ball Dill Pickle recipe, half vinegar/half water, garlic, fresh dill and processed for 15 minutes. They are now cooling. I heard the "tink" as the lids sealed (at least they do not pop when I press down). Top picture is fitting them into the jars and the bottom is out of the bath and resting.
I know they are supposed to cool for 12 -24 hours, and now my questions:
With this canning method, they are pantry shelf stable for a couple months, right? (If sealed properly, which I believe they are)
Second, how long would you recommend that they flavorize? Couple weeks? I have read that it can be anywhere from a couple days to a couple weeks.
Any other tips/comments? Fun process for the first time and I am looking forward to doing more. I planted some cucumbers in pots and I assume my home grown will be better that the Walmart special cukes I found
Thanks All for looking and your advice!
Howling Dog