Pickles are irresistible. A few years ago, house-fermented pickled vegetables became fashionable at restaurants. Many of us have trouble getting enthusiastic about veggies, but I am solidly behind fermented vegetables. Escabeche refers to spicy pickled vegetables, often served … [Read more...]
Sweet ‘n’ Hot Pickled Banana Peppers
Yield: Two half-pint jars Hot banana peppers, sliced crossways into rings, 12 ounces (remove seeds for less heat, leave seeds for more heat) 2 cups white vinegar 1 tablespoon pickling salt 1 cup white sugar 2 teaspoons mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 2 teaspoons … [Read more...]