Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Bread and Butter Pickles

1 large or 2 medium gherkin cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. vinegar (white or brown)
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. mustard seed
1/4 tsp. celery seed
1/4 tsp. turmeric powder

Mix all the ingredients together in a 2 qt. microwavable bowl. Stir and cover. Microwave for 5 min. and stir (careful not to burn yourself). Then microwave for another 5 min and let sit for 2 min. Place in jar and let cool. Refridgerate.

These are my favorite kind of pickles to eat. My next door neighbor just told me how to make some and they are so good. You really should try them. The seeds can usually be found at the dollar store in big containers so it isn't as expensive. But you will have to get the turmeric powder from the grocery store and it is a little pricey but will last you a long time.