Bread and Butter Pickles

Ingredients

• 4 cups sliced cucumbers
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 3/4 cup white vinegar
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon mustard seed
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and onion slices. Set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, mustard seed, celery seed, turmeric, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar.
3. Pour hot liquid over cucumbers and onions. Stir to combine.
4. Pack mixture into a clean, 1-quart glass jar and seal tightly. Refrigerate for at least 3 days before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Bread and butter pickles are a classic American condiment.
• The cucumbers used to make bread and butter pickles should be small and tender.
• The pickles can be kept in the refrigerator for up to a month.