So Sweet Squash Pickles Recipes

SWEET YELLOW SQUASH PICKLES

Steps:

• In a large non-metal bowl, combine the squash and onion. Sprinkle salt over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Then, drain the liquid from the vegetables.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and dry mustard. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
• Add the squash and onion mixture and then return to boiling.
• Remove from heat. Ladle the hot vegetables and liquid into sterilized canning jars.
• At this point, the jars can be processed for long-term canning or covered and stored as-is in the refrigerator for up to one month.
• Chill at least 24 hours before serving.

SO-SWEET SQUASH PICKLES

Steps:

• Place squash, pepper and onion in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand 1 hour to drain., In a large saucepan, combine remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add vegetables; return to a boil. Remove from heat; cool completely., Transfer to a covered container; refrigerate, covered, at least 4 days before serving. May be stored in refrigerator up to 3 weeks.

PICKLED SQUASH

Steps:

• In a large non-aluminum pot, combine the squash, bell pepper, and onions. Cover with salt, and let stand for 2 hours to release the liquids. Stir occasionally.
• Just before the 2 hours are up, combine the sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, turmeric and celery seed in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Drain the salty liquid from the vegetables. Pour the spice brine over the vegetables, and let stand for 2 more hours.
• Bring to a boil once again, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Ladle into 1 pint sterile jars, filling with the liquid to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe rims with a clean towel, and run a thin spatula around the inside of the jar to remove air bubbles. Seal with lids and rings. Process for 10 minutes in a simmering water bath to seal completely.

SUMMER SQUASH REFRIGERATOR PICKLES

Steps:

• In a small saucepan combine cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, salt and garlic cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes.
• Meanwhile, divide spices and optional dill sprigs between 2 pint jars or use 1 quart jar. Pack sliced zucchini into the jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space below the rim of the jar.
• Use hot, sterilized jars. If using pint jars, divide garlic that is in the vinegar mixture between the 2 jars. Pour in the hot vinegar mixture, leaving 1/2 inch below the rim of the jar. Push the squash down into the liquid to cover completely. Seal the jars and leave to cool, then refrigerate for up to 2 months. For best results, don't open for 2 days.

SQUASH PICKLES

Steps:

• Combine squash and onion in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Sprinkle with pickling salt and let stand for 1 hour. Drain well.n
• Inspect jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until pepper mixture is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.n
• Combine sugar, pimento peppers, bell pepper, vinegar, celery seed, mustard seed, and dry mustard in a large Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Add drained squash and onion and bring to a boil again.n
• Pack mixture into the hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top, keeping as much of the liquid as you can. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.n
• Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.n