Okra Pickles


3 1/2 lbs. small okra pods
5 cloves garlic
5 small fresh hot peppers
1 quart water
1 pint vinegar (5% aciditiy)
1/3 cup pickling salt
2 teas. dill seeds

Pack okra tightly in hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.

Place a clove of garlic and a hot pepper in each jar.

Combine remaining ingredients in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil. Pour vinegar mixture over okra leaving 1/4 inch head space.

 Cover at once with metal lids, and screw bands tight.

Process in boiling water bath for 10 to 15 minutes.
Yield: 4 to 5 pints.

Happy Cannng.......Chefbetty

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