Dilly Beans


From: Martha Stewart

makes 2 quarts


Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch dill, fronds only, cut crosswise into 1-inch lengths
  • 4 medium cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and rinsed 
  • 2 1/2 cups cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons coarse salt 
  • 3 tablespoons sugar

Directions

 

  1. Divide dill and garlic evenly between two quart-sized jars.
  2.  

Pack green beans into jars. Set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, 2 1/2 cups water,  salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil. Pour hot mixture over beans. 

Cool to room temperature. Cover, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.