Brine:
- 1 qt. vinegar
- 2 qts. water
- 1 C plain salt
Add to each jar:
- Sliced, speared or whole cucumbers
- 1 chopped garlic clove
- 2 sprigs dill or 1 1/2 tsp dill seed
- 1 grape leaf or 2 cherry leaves
- 1 hot pepper – optional
Heat brine to boiling. Sterilize jars. While still hot, add ingredients to jar, then pour bring over. Seal jars and let sit for 3 weeks.