Texas Christmas Pickles

Recipe View 5 mins Return the sliced pickles to their original jar. Pour in the entire bottle of hot pepper sauce and add the chopped garlic. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Add approximately 1/3 of the sugar to the jar. Seal the lid tightly and gently tilt the jar back and forth to combine the ingredients. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 168 hrs Store the jar at room temperature on your kitchen counter for 1 week, allowing the flavors to meld and the sugar to dissolve. (Waiting Time: 1 week)

Recipe View 168 hrs Throughout the week, gradually add more sugar as the previous addition dissolves, gently tilting the jar after each addition to mix well. Continue until all the sugar has been added and fully absorbed. The pickles will transform into a dark green hue and achieve a delightful crispness. (Prep Time: Intermittent, a few minutes each day for 1 week)

Recipe View 5 mins Just before the pickles are ready, carefully inspect four 1-quart jars and their rings for any signs of cracks or rust. Discard any damaged jars or rings. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Immerse the jars in simmering water for 5 minutes to sterilize them. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Transfer the pickles and their flavorful syrup into the sterilized jars. Seal tightly with lids and rings. (Prep Time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 720 hrs Store the sealed jars of Texas Christmas Pickles in the refrigerator for up to one month to preserve their crispness and flavor. (Storage Time: up to 1 month)