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Spanish Pickle. Mrs. W. H. Eckhart. Recipe

The Spanish Pickle, also known as Mrs. W. H. Eckhart's Spanish Pickle, is a delicious and tangy relish that is perfect for adding flavor to sandwiches, salads, and other dishes. This recipe has a rich history and has been enjoyed by many for decades.

Now, let's dive into the preparation of this tasty Spanish Pickle!

Ingredients:
- Four heads of cabbage
- One peck of green tomatoes
- One dozen large cucumbers
- Half a dozen sweet peppers (red)
- Half a dozen sweet peppers (green)
- One quart of small white onions
- Six bunches of celery

For the dressing:
- Two gallons of good cider vinegar
- Five pounds of brown sugar
- Five cents worth of turmeric
- Five cents worth of white mustard seed
- Half a pound of ground mustard
- Half a cup of flour
- One tablespoon of whole cloves
- One tablespoon of stick cinnamon

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, cut the cabbage, green tomatoes, cucumbers, sweet peppers, and white onions into small pieces. Place them in a brine overnight to enhance their flavors.

2. The next day, wash the vegetables thoroughly with cold water and allow them to drain.

3. Take the bunches of celery and cut them into small pieces.

4. Now, let's prepare the dressing for the pickle. In a large pot, combine the cider vinegar, brown sugar, turmeric, white mustard seed, ground mustard, flour, whole cloves, and stick cinnamon.

5. Heat the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boiling point. Stir well to ensure all the ingredients are fully combined.

6. Once the dressing is boiling, add the chopped vegetables and the small cucumber pickles that have also been soaked in brine overnight. Cook for approximately 30 minutes, or until the vegetables become tender.

7. While the pickle is cooking, mix the ground mustard and flour together to form a paste.

8. After 30 minutes of cooking, add the turmeric, ground mustard, and flour mixture to the pot. Stir well and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the pickle.

9. Once the pickle has thickened, it is ready to be bottled. Transfer it into clean, sterilized jars and seal them tightly.

10. Store the Spanish Pickle in a cool, dark place for at least a week before consuming. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify. However, if you find it difficult to resist its tempting aroma, you can enjoy it when your stomach craves it!

Fun fact about Spanish Pickle:

- Spanish Pickle, like many pickle recipes, originated as a way to preserve vegetables for longer periods. Vinegar, sugar, and spices were used to create a tangy and flavorful pickle, which helped extend the shelf life of the vegetables.

Similar recipe dishes:

1. Bread and Butter Pickles: These pickles are made from cucumbers, onions, vinegar, sugar, and spices. They have a sweet and tangy flavor and are often enjoyed on sandwiches or as a snack.

2. Chow Chow: Chow Chow is a pickled relish made with a variety of vegetables, such as cabbage, bell peppers, onions, and corn. It is commonly used as a condiment and adds a tangy and crunchy element to dishes.

3. Giardiniera: Giardiniera is an Italian-style pickled vegetable relish. It typically includes a combination of vegetables like cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers, olives, and celery. Giardiniera is often used as a topping for sandwiches or as an accompaniment to charcuterie boards.

Enjoy the process of making this traditional Spanish Pickle and indulge in its vibrant flavors!

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