Anything besides pickles for cucumbers?
alabamanicole
16 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (22)
neme
16 years agodgkritch
16 years agoRelated Discussions
a cucumber pickle
Comments (2)Growing two varieties side by side whether its a hot peper and a sweet bell or a pickling cucumber or a long green slicer has no bearing what so ever on the crop that each produces as far as taste and appearance etc are concerned. The only crop I can think of that this is a problem in , is corn. If two corn varieties are planted side by side and bloom at the same time the corn kernnels or seed will show traites of each in taste and appearance, for example if I planted a white corn and a yellow corn together, I will get a bi-colored corn. I do this all the time with silver queen and qolden queen corn, it is cheaper than buying the bi-colored seed. The only effect of growing two types of anything side by side would be in the seed, which for all crops, except corn, is transparent, if you grew out the seed the new plants would be a hybrid of the two parents. So plant as many cucumber varieties ,melon varieties, squash varieties ,bean varieties, tomato varieties ,side by side as you want and there will be no effect on the crop. But don't keep any seed unless proper distance or isolation was used because the seed will be crossed and produce something other than what the parent was. Same applies for people other mammals and birds etc just because we live or work side by side, touch and associate doesn't mean we will turn into one or the other. But if any offspring were to arise from this association that offspring would be a mix of the two parents. Rodger...See MoreMy Pickling Cucumbers are starting to come in.
Comments (8)Well I have 25 pounds of Kosher Dills doing their thing in 2 different stone crocks slowly fermenting away. I am fixing to start making cucumber relish some sweet and some spicy. ajsmama thanx for the link,looks like it will be an interesting read. Dave I saw most of those recipes and they weren't what I was looking for. I never even heard of the NCHFP. But than I am new to gardening and even newer to canning so that shouldn't be much of a surprise. I thank you for that link and I have bookmarked it for future use. akRoach I have also bookmarked your link for future use also thank you for it. Carol your link has also been saved so that I can explore it later on. I want to thank all of you for your replies and links, I am slowly learning there is much MUCH more for me to learn and I appreciate any and all help that is passed on to me on that road. As I tell people all the time "I know just enough to be dangerous to myself"....See MoreCan non-pickling cucumbers be pickled?
Comments (4)Sure you can Astrid. ;) I'll even stick my neck out and say that most don't use pickling cukes to make their pickles with - especially sliced varieties. Regular cucumbers make great bread and butter, dill slices or slabs or spears, sweet slices or chunks, relishes, etc. The slices may be a little bigger than those from pickling varieties but just as good. We like dill slabs for hamburgers so I cut the cuke on the diagonal (degree is your choice) into about 3/8 inch slices and stack them in quart jars with a head of dill, pour on the boiling dill mix (3 c sugar, 2 T canning salt, 6 c vinegar, 2 T pickling spice) and process 10 min. in BWB. Just one idea. ;) Dave PS: I soak the cuke slabs in heavily iced water for 2 hours before putting them in jars. Keeps them crisper....See MoreWhat to with pickling cucumbers...
Comments (9)You can definitely eat them in salads. Search for refrigerator pickles. Pretty much just sliced, add some onions, vinegar, a little sugar, dill maybe. Many variations on a recipe! No processing, just keep in the fridge and eat over the next few days. Make a cuke, tomato, onion salad. Vinarette type dressing. Add them to pasta salads. Puree a few with some plain yogurt and use instead of mayo on pita sandwiches. Anything you'd do with a regular cuke, you can do with a 'pickler'. No need to peel as the skins are so tender. Deanna...See Morealabamanicole
16 years agoksrogers
16 years agoDaisyduckworth
16 years agoalabamanicole
16 years agoalabamanicole
16 years agokayskats
16 years agoporkster
16 years agoalabamanicole
16 years agodgkritch
16 years agoLinda_Lou
16 years agokayskats
16 years agoDaisyduckworth
16 years agoalabamanicole
16 years agokayskats
16 years agogardengalrn
16 years agoalabamanicole
16 years agojimster
16 years agokyrsyan
16 years agozippity_duda
16 years ago
Related Stories
FARM YOUR YARD6 Things to Know Before You Start Growing Your Own Food
It takes time and practice, but growing edibles in the suburbs or city is possible with smart prep and patience
Full StoryFARM YOUR YARDMy Houzz: Backyard Farming for a Kansas City Family
A backyard garden provides a family of 5 with organic seasonal produce. Here's how they do it
Full StoryEDIBLE GARDENSGarden BFFs? Why Your Vegetables Are Begging for Companion Plants
Foster friendships among plants for protection from pests, pollination support and color camaraderie
Full StoryFEEL-GOOD HOMESimple Pleasures: Make Do and Mend
Experience the satisfaction of fixing, repurposing and creating things yourself around the home
Full StoryDECORATING GUIDES8 Reasons to Jump Off the DIY Bandwagon
You heard right. Stop beating yourself up for not making stuff yourself, and start seeing the bright side of buying from others
Full StoryEDIBLE GARDENSHerb Garden Essentials: Grow Your Own Tasty, Frilly Dill
Flavor your food and attract butterflies with easy-care (and pretty) dill in the garden
Full StoryENTERTAININGModern Manners: Smooth Moves for Kids' Visits
For hosting kids or visiting with Junior in tow, we give you a plan to keep stress levels low and fun levels high
Full StoryHOLIDAYSSimple Pleasures: Savoring the Season of Warmth and Light
Light up your home and lift your spirits on cold winter days with these decorative touches
Full StoryFARM YOUR YARDIf You Have Room for Only One Summer Crop ...
Get an edible that’s long on flavor even if you’re short on space, with a long-time gardener’s favorite picks
Full StoryEDIBLE GARDENSHouzz Call: What Did You Grow This Summer?
Let’s celebrate the homegrown fruits and vegetables of the season. Post your pictures and tell us about your harvest
Full Story
neme