{just for you} i picked a peck of pickled peppers

can you say it 5 times real fast?

I love pickles. All types kinds and flavors. Pickled peppers, beans, okra, onions, carrots... really all of it. When I was a kid I used to hallow out dilled pickles and stuff them with cheddar cheese. Weird but really good! These pickles are cut thick for snacking on and they have quite a kick - so watch out and adjust for your taste.

I was at a party and one of my friend who is from the New Orleans area brought some pickles that she had made by re-pickling dilled pickles. They were soooooo good. I took her basic recipe and added my own touch. Unfortunately (being my first time) my measuring consisted of a little of this and a little of that but I don't think you need to be exact here. This may be my year to pickle so look for more upcoming pickling ideas! enjoy!

spicy icebox pickles by ann west

14 - 20 pickling cucumbers sliced thick

(cut the ends short and toss them - no one ever eats the ends)

1 onion sliced thin

4 - 8 cloves garlic

4 or so jalapenos cut thick (optional, this is if you like them with a real kick)

1/2 jar tabasco sauce

white vinegar to cover

1-2 tsp dried dill

3 or more cups sugar

1/4 cup or more salt

fresh ground pepper

Mix it all together. The sugar will take some time to dissolve. I stirred often until it had dissolved. Taste the marinade and make your adjustments. Then stuff the pickles into jars with liquid to cover. Refrigerate for 2-3 days. They make fun gifts for friends. enjoy!