Per NCHFP Pickling FAQs: When making quick process pickles, can I store any leftover pickling solution for future use? If the pickling solution is fresh and has not been used to make pickles, cover it and store it in the refrigerator for later use. If the pickling solution has been used, it can be stored in the refrigerator and reused in 1 or 2 days for barbeque sauce, coleslaw dressing or a marinade. If mold growth occurs, throw it out. One time of secondary use within 24 hours would probably be safe IMO but no more than that. Dave

I've read pickle juice it is great for athletes who want to rehydrate, better than Gatorade because all of the salt/electrolytes and I guess veggie juice. I'm not trying to advertise or anything, but if you have a Cracker Barrel nearby pick up a bottle of Wickles sometime. This post was inspired by those darn things. I finished my jar off in 2 days, eating them right out of the jar, then figured why not and drank the juice lol. I may try to make some pickles this summer. I made some pear and plum pickles (Alton Brown's recipe) once and they were so good. The recipe called for white wine vinegar and lots of sugar.

Hi, Lars...yes, I reckon they're all loose recipes at best, the only constant seeming to be the vinegar, salt and onions. My first attempt was also with cucumbers, and it inspired me to try the daikons and carrots. That lot is now 2 weeks old, and so tasty! The chillies and spices do seem to get hotter with time. I like your idea of just pickled chillies. I'll make a few jars of those myself this week, as the vege market is overflowing with them, all shapes, colours and sizes. And Beezee, if you're around, I did make some dill pickle potato soup, and it was wonderful! I made a few chapattis as croutons, and a handful of Swiss cheese on them. Will become a regular for me now. I only wish I had an oven here...only seen a couple in the past 6 years, and it's so limiting having just 2 stove-top burners...I wish you all would stop posting pics of wonderful breads. Drives me crazy! Edited to add, as you seem to be a fellow-aficionado of chillies, thought you might like this quaint, short article on the local ones... Here is a link that might be useful: Drying Chillies This post was edited by shaxhome on Tue, Oct 14, 14 at 4:14

I know that followers of homespun folk remedies have strong beliefs. No need to disturb that, There's no magic in pickle juice. Many people have night cramps because they are partly dehydrated; drinking more water during the day often solves the problems. A lack of salts can also play a part, drinking a sports drink supplies several electrolytes and bananas supply potassium. If you want to eat more vinegar, pair it with olive oil and eat more salad.