Vine Leaf Pickles
Vine leaves have a pleasant
lemony tang to them and are slightly bitter, which makes for an unusual taste.
| 30, 150 mm ( 6 in ), cucumbers |
1 litre ( 1 quart ) vinegar |
| 1 litre ( 1 quart ) water |
2 cups sugar |
| ½ cup salt |
3 dozen large vine leaves |
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Cut the
cucumbers in quarters, lengthwise. Cut the vine leaves to fit the jars. Pack the
cucumbers into sterilized jars with 2 vine leaves alternately.
Boil the vinegar, water, sugar and salt until clear. Pour hot, into hot sterilized jars
and seal.