Last week my mom shared with me Ree Drummond’s “Quick Pickling 101” recipe.

Yesterday I asked her to also share her own 1-day pickle recipes that she’s had forever. Here is my “translation” of her 30yo handwritten notes:

Sun Dills

Ingredients

• 1 gallon jar’s worth sliced cucumber
• 2-3 stalks fresh dill
• 3-4 head garlic
• 1-1/3 c. water
• 2/3 c. white vinegar (to fill jar)
• 1/8 c. pickling salt
• pinch alum

Instructions

Fill 1 gallon jar with ingredients. Cover and set in full sun for 2 full days. Refrigerate to crisp.

Dorthy’s Cucumbers with Sour Cream

Instructions

• Peel and slice raw cucumbers and put in jar.
• Fill jar half full of cider vinegar and top off with water.
• Add peppers, sugar, and plenty of salt to taste.
• Let marinade for 1-2 hours (recommend overnight).
• Drain and refill with half & half or sour cream.