On Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:08:46 -0500, Becca > wrote:

> This is the only recipe for Bread & Butter pickles that I have
>
> Bread and Butter Pickles
>
> 6 Pickling Cucumbers, wash
> 1 Cup White Vinegar
> 1 Cup Sugar
> 2 Cups Water
> 2 Tbsp Pickling Spice
> 1 tsp Ground Turmeric
> 2 Cloves Garlic, peeled
> 1 Red Chili, halved (Optional)
>
> Slice the cucumber into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place in a prepared
> jar together with the chili, if using.
>
> In a large pot over moderate heat, add vinegar, sugar, water, pickling
> spice, turmeric and garlic. Bring the mixture to a boil and carefully
> pour into the jar of cucumbers. Seal the lid and allow cooling to a room
> temperature. Refrigerate overnight and can be serve the next day.

Thanks! Have you ever made this recipe? What does Turmeric do? I
don't want yellow pickles.

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