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How to pickle & can vegetables

August 25, 2020~ DIY and craft projects, Fall, gifting

Let’s talk about how to pickle & can vegetables. I always like to have a hostess gift for holiday events. Whether it’s an invite to a late-fall dinner, spur of the moment cocktails and bonfire, or when staying with family and friends on a road to somewhere. I grew up being told that you brought a small gift if someone was throwing a larger get-together, if they were accommodating you i.e you were staying the night, or just because! It doesn’t need to be fancy, or expensive, and it’s usually just the thought that counts.

*first published Sept 16 2016

Check out my other fall hostess & entertaining ideas for some inspiration

Grab the tutorial for my custom canning jar labels

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

In the past I’ve done small grab bags of cookies or jam, but this year I wanted something a little more colourful, something that would remind us of the last days of summer when we’re savouring them as the temperature drops.

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Choosing Vegetables to Pickle

I’ve opted to do green beans, carrots, radishes, beets, field cucumber, red onion, and a medley. They’re fresh, local, and available from the great big farms in the area so I get to support local.

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

What you need to pickle vegetables 

  • Glass jars – available everywhere from the hardware store to the thrift store. Prices may vary
  • Lids, for said jars
  • green beans, carrots, radishes, beets, field cucumber & red onion – all should be fresh and still have a snap to them.
  • White vinegar
  • Two bunches of fresh dill
  • Star of annis, whole allspice, pickling spice mix (available at local bulk barn – otherwise you can google a mix!)
  • Per 4 large jars: 2 cups of vinegar, 2 cups of water, 2 tbsp of kosher salt, 5 tbsp of sugar

How to Prep Vegetables for Pickling

Trim all the vegetables after giving them a thorough wash.

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

Put dill and pickling spice mix seed into each jar and then pack or layer the vegetables into the jar, adding more pickling spice as needed.

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

Making Pickling Solution

Bring water, vinegar, salt, sugar to a boil. Reduce to simmer for 3 minutes. Pour the brine into each jar, leaving 1cm at the top of the jar.

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Let cool on the counter before closing with lids and refrigerating or placing in cool cellar.  These are best enjoyed after 12hrs, but get better with a few extra days.

** This recipe lasts up to 3 weeks – so start giving ’em away like hot cakes!

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

How to pickle & can vegetables - an invaluable skill for fall activities, and much easier than you think! Come grab my pickling recipe & tips!

Make sure you check out my tutorial on how to make labels for your canning jars and lids using your Cricut.

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  1. Stephanie @ Casa Watkins Living says

    September 16, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Oh my gosh! You have no idea how much I love pickled veggies! I don’t do as many as you have here, but I’m intrigued to try some of these out.

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      September 19, 2016 at 8:33 am

      The beets and star of annis are perfect! I’ve only just samples some now, and the mix is out of this world. A must for any future pickling plans!

      Reply
  2. Amanda says

    September 22, 2016 at 9:24 am

    Pickled veggies are my fave! This looks so good!

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      September 22, 2016 at 9:29 am

      They’re quite tasty! Definitely worth it. And with the vinyl it’s easy to get the labels

      Reply
    • Ariel says

      September 22, 2016 at 1:18 pm

      I’ll send you some! 😉

      Reply
  3. Rachel says

    September 22, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    Great idea! We have a good sized garden and it’s so hard to predict so we have the odd leftovers and I am not sure what to do with them. I was begging people to take butternut squash this year, lol. Thank you for the cute tops. Pinning. This seems so sweet for a hostess gift.

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      September 25, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      You need to pickle those bad boys! And if you can them, they’ll last forever!

      Reply
  4. April R - Uncookie Cutter says

    September 24, 2016 at 9:28 am

    What a great idea. My dad loves canning and pickling, but I’ve never tried it. What a great idea for a gift! Pinning!

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    • Ariel says

      September 25, 2016 at 1:35 pm

      It’s dead easy! You could totally do it in an afternoon!

      Reply
  5. Emily says

    September 24, 2016 at 11:34 am

    This is a great and unique gift! Also, they are so pretty with all of those colors. I love labeling everything!

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    • Ariel says

      September 25, 2016 at 1:33 pm

      This is actually my first attempt at labelling things! Before the Cricut I could never get the lettering right, or make anything look “pretty.” I love how these turned out for sure!

      Reply
  6. Nicole Q-Schmitz says

    September 25, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    I’ve never pickled veggies before, but I’m pretty sure the Husband loves them. Mine would definitely not be this cute looking though!

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    • Ariel says

      September 25, 2016 at 1:29 pm

      Pickled veggies are silly easy! You’d be surprised! But thank you for the compliment 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kati says

    September 26, 2016 at 12:26 am

    I’ve only ever made actual pickles not all the other fall veggies. Pinned to try. And I love the labels you made for the top. So much better than my chicken scratch.

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    • Ariel says

      September 28, 2016 at 7:56 am

      It’s the same principle! Just think of fun spice pairings for your favourite veggies and you’re good to go! The labels were such a fun idea, I couldn’t believe I hadn’t thought of it before!

      Reply
  8. Sara says

    September 28, 2016 at 11:06 am

    Totally stealing this idea! Your labeling takes it up a notch too, so cool.

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    • Ariel says

      September 28, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      Yes! Please do! It’s a great idea! I would be thrilled if someone handed me pickled veggies this fall.

      Reply
  9. Leanna says

    October 13, 2016 at 1:42 am

    This post is absolutely beautiful all the vibrant colour. This would be a much appreciated hostess gift. I have not heard of canned radishes. Interesting.

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      October 14, 2016 at 1:56 pm

      hey! if there’s a will, there’s a way right?
      I figured they would be tasty!

      Reply
  10. marjan says

    October 13, 2016 at 8:44 pm

    What a great idea! I love the leaves and the lids, it adds such a special touch!

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      October 14, 2016 at 1:59 pm

      Thanks Marjan! I think the lids are the best part 😉

      Reply
  11. Pam says

    October 15, 2016 at 9:13 pm

    This is so cool. I was not even aware that Cricut could cut vinyl these days. I have been out of the loop much too long. The pickled veggies sound pretty yummy and really are fun to view through the glass jars.

    Reply
    • Ariel says

      October 16, 2016 at 8:42 pm

      See, I’ve only known Cricut as a vinyl cutter hahaha the times have changed eh?
      Thank you! I was definitely pleased with how it all turned out.

      Reply

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