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No-Canning Bread and Butter Refrigerator Pickles

These pickles balance a bright, vinegary tang with gentle sweetness, accented by mustard seed, celery seed, and turmeric. Crisp cucumber slices and tender onion ribbons soak up the brine for a crunchy bite that’s nostalgic and refreshing. No-Canning Bread and Butter Refrigerator Pickles are perfect for cookouts, deli-style sandwiches, or as a zesty burger topper after a good chill.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook5 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
No-Canning Bread and Butter Refrigerator Pickles
  1. 1

    Check four quart-sized jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are damaged. Submerge them in simmering water for at least 5 minutes. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.

  2. 2

    Bring vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil in a saucepan. At the same time, place onions, mustard seed, celery seed, and turmeric in a large pan.

  3. 3

    Pour the boiling vinegar mixture over the onion mixture, then add the cucumber slices.

  4. 4

    Pack into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.

  5. 5

    Slide a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside edges of the jars to release any air bubbles.

  6. 6

    Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue.

  7. 7

    Place the lids on and screw the rings on tightly.

  8. 8

    Refrigerate for two weeks before eating.