Dilly Beans

Ingredients

2 lbs Fresh Green Beans
1/4 cup Kosher or Canning Salt (I use Kosher)
2 1/2 cups White Vinegar
2 1/2 cups Water
4 cloves Garlic
4 heads Dill
2 large or 4 small Jalapeno Peppers
2 tsp Black Pepper

Step 1: Place jars and lids in the large pot and cover with water, bring to a boil. Alternatively you can use the oven set to 225F (leave the jars in there for at least 10 minutes.)

Step 2: Wash and remove ends form the beans. Slice the garlic and chili peppers.

Step 3: Combine water, vinegar, and salt in large saucepan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer at least 5 minutes.

Step 4: While waiting for the vinegar mixture to boil pack the jars with beans, 1 head of dill, 1 sliced garlic clove, 1/4 of the sliced peppers, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 5: Pour the vinegar mixture into each jar until nearly full. Place lids on the jars.

Step 6: Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

Step 7: Store in a cool place for at least 2 weeks prior to eating.

Makes 4 Pints