Homemade Dill Pickles (Sliced)

Easy Homemade Dill Pickles (Sliced) are a straightforward recipe for making your own dill pickles at home. They typically involve slicing cucumbers and brining them in a mixture of vinegar, water, salt, and dill. Here’s a basic recipe for them:

Ingredients:

• 4-5 medium cucumbers, sliced into rounds
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup kosher salt
• 3-4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 tablespoon dill seeds or 1/4 cup fresh dill weed
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash and slice the cucumbers into rounds. If you prefer, you can leave the slices thicker or thinner based on your preference.
2. Make the Brine: In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Add Flavors: In a clean jar or jars, place the garlic cloves, dill seeds (or fresh dill), mustard seeds, and peppercorns.
4. Pack the Jars: Add the cucumber slices to the jars, packing them tightly but without squishing them.
5. Add Brine: Pour the warm brine over the cucumber slices, making sure they are fully submerged. You may need to tap the jars gently to release any air bubbles.
6. Seal and Refrigerate: Seal the jars with lids and let them cool to room temperature. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating. The pickles will continue to develop flavor as they sit.

These pickles should last for several weeks in the refrigerator. Enjoy them as a crunchy snack or a tasty addition to sandwiches and burgers!