MUSTARD PICKLES

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🥒 MUSTARD PICKLES — “HALF HOUR PICKLES” (Old-Fashioned, Quick, and Absolutely Delicious!) 🥒

If you’ve been craving the taste of old-fashioned homemade pickles—the kind our grandmothers used to make—these Half Hour Mustard Pickles are the recipe you’ve been searching for. They’re crisp, tangy, slightly sweet, and packed with that classic mustard flavor that makes them perfect for sandwiches, holiday meals, charcuterie boards, or just snacking straight from the jar.

This recipe has been passed down for generations, and every year when canning season comes around, people start asking me for it again. The best part? These pickles really do come together in about 30 minutes, making them one of the easiest preserved recipes you can make. No complicated steps, no fancy equipment—just simple ingredients and big flavor.

Whether you’re preparing jars for the winter, gifting homemade pickles to family and friends, or adding a nostalgic favorite to your holiday table, these mustard pickles never disappoint. And yes—if you’re avoiding sugar, you can swap the sugar with Stevia and they still turn out amazing!

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Ingredients

• 7 large field cucumbers

• 2 large onions

• 1 large red pepper

• ½ cup coarse salt

• 4 cups white vinegar

• 3 cups white sugar (or Stevia substitute)

• 1 cup flour

• 1 ½ tsp dry mustard

• 2 tsp celery seed

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Instructions

  1. Slice the cucumbers, onions, and red pepper into thin pieces.
  2. Place them in a large bowl and sprinkle with the ½ cup of coarse salt. Let sit for 1 hour to draw out excess moisture.
  3. Rinse well and drain completely.
  4. In a large pot, whisk together the vinegar, sugar (or Stevia), flour, dry mustard, and celery seed.
  5. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth mustard sauce.
  6. Add the drained vegetables into the pot and simmer for 5–10 minutes, just until everything is heated through and well coated.
  7. Spoon into sterilized jars while hot, seal, and let cool.
  8. Refrigerate or process in a canner if you want them shelf-stable.

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Why These Pickles Are So Popular

• Ready in around 30 minutes

• A true old-school recipe with deep, nostalgic flavor

• Great for holidays, BBQs, and everyday meals

• Stay crunchy and vibrant

• Sugar-free option works perfectly

• Make amazing edible gifts

• Long-lasting flavor that gets better the longer they sit

If you’re looking for a homemade preserve that’s simple, budget-friendly, and full of personality, these Half Hour Mustard Pickles are a must-try. Save this recipe—once your family tastes them, they’ll be asking for these every year! 🥒💛

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