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Note: Kosher salt can be substituted for the pickling salt, if desired. 1 1/4 cups cider vinegar 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons canning or pickling salt 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/4 ...

1. Set canning rack in large pot, place four 1-cup jars in rack, and add water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to simmer over medium-high heat, then turn off heat and cover to keep hot. 2. In a Dutch oven ...