{"id":"c913cff9-09c3-4062-b4ec-6093afb8a828","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/c913cff9-09c3-4062-b4ec-6093afb8a828","source_url":"https://www.corriecooks.com/dill-pickles/","title":"Dill Pickles","description":"That first cold, crunchy bite is exactly why homemade pickles are worth the wait. These garlicky dill pickles turn beautifully tangy after two days in the fridge.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT20M","cook_time":"PT5M","total_time":"PT25M","image_url":"https://www.corriecooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/pickles-dill.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"2 pounds small cucumbers (washed and dried)","item":"small cucumbers","quantity":2,"unit":"lb","preparation":"washed and dried"},{"text":"4 cups water","item":"water","quantity":4,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 cups white vinegar","item":"white vinegar","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 tablespoons pickling salt","item":"pickling salt","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"4 cloves garlic (peeled and smashed)","item":"garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","preparation":"peeled and smashed"},{"text":"4 teaspoons dill seeds or 4 heads fresh dill","item":"dill seeds or 4 heads fresh dill","quantity":4,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon black peppercorns (optional)","item":"black peppercorns","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"4  clean mason jars with lids","item":"clean mason jars with lids","quantity":4}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Cut cucumbers into spears or slices, depending on your preference."},{"number":2,"text":"In a large pot, bring water, vinegar, and pickling salt to a boil, stirring until the salt dissolves."},{"number":3,"text":"Place garlic, dill, and optional peppercorns into each jar."},{"number":4,"text":"Pack cucumber slices tightly into the jars."},{"number":5,"text":"Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, leaving about a 1/2 inch of space at the top."},{"number":6,"text":"Seal the jars tightly with lids."},{"number":7,"text":"Let the jars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 48 hours before consuming. Pickles will keep for up to 2 months in the fridge."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:57:25.814903+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:57:25.814903+00:00"}