The Best Relish Ive Ever Had

This is the relish recipe I remember from my childhood. Light green in color, and unbelievably good on hot dogs, you won’t be disappointed. It’s an easy recipe for beginners, even if you have never canned a thing in your life.

Step: 1

Grate the cucumbers and onions into a large bowl using the large holes of a box grater. Sprinkle the pickling salt over the top. Cover tightly, and allow to rest at room temperature overnight.

Step: 2

Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the cucumber mixture; set aside. Whisk together the sugar, flour, turmeric, ginger, and celery seed. Heat the vinegar and water in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat. Whisk in the sugar mixture until smooth. Stir in the cucumber mixture. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Step: 3

Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the relish into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.

Step: 4

Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process pint jars for 10 minutes.

Step: 5

Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

Per Serving: 24 calories; protein 0.2g; carbohydrates 6.1g; sodium 216.8mg.

Getting stay in and cook your food instead of dining out is already a step in the right way if you’re focusing on eating healthier. There’s no good way to know precisely what’s going into the food you’re eat than by making it homemade Mastering the main dish is only half the battle , though . And once you’ve perfected your chicken, steak, or fish, it’s time to turn your attention to the ever- focusing side dishes.

A side dish can easily derail your health goals, as sugar , sodium, fat, and calories would all get rather high quickly if you’re not careful . But with our healthy side dish recipes, you won’t ever run into that mistakes .