Dill Beans
4 pounds green beans 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 1/2 teaspoons whole mustard seed 7 heaeds fresh dill 7 cloves garlic 5 cups cider vinegar 5 cups water 1/2 cup pickling salt Clean beans thoroughly; drain and pack into 7 sterilized pint jars. Into each jar, put 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed, 1 head dill, and 1 clove garlic. Combine vinegar, water, and salt; bring to a boil; Pour boiling liquid over beans, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Wipe rims with a damp cloth. Remove air bubbles. Seal according to lid manufacturer's instructions. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Make 7 pints. Source: Miriam B. Loo's Home Canning Guide. |