These pickles soaked in a sugar mixture taste just like candy! They take some time to make, but are a sweet treat.
INGREDIENTS (for 6 servings):
- 2 (32 ounce) jars dill pickles
- 4 cups white sugar, divided
- 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon pickling spice
PREPARATION:
Drain pickles and slice into 1/4 inch pieces. Place in a medium bowl with 2 cups sugar. Stir, cover and allow to stand at room temperature 6 to 8 hours, or overnight.
In a medium saucepan, mix together the remaining sugar, vinegar, water and pickling spice. Bring to a boil. Pour over the pickles. Allow the mixture to stand at room temperature 6 to 8 hours, or overnight.
Transfer the pickles to sterile jars and store in the refrigerator. Serve chilled.