Homemade Pickles (Phase 1)

Ingredients

• 1 cup White vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1-2 clove garlic smashed and chopped
• 1 large sprig dill
• 1 thick slice onion (rings separated)
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon mustard seed
• 1/4 - 1/2 packet Stevia
• 1 - 2 dashes Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Peppercorns (optional)
• 1 Bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

• Slice 2 large or several small cucumbers evenly.
• Sprinkle slices lightly with salt or your favorite salt alternative.
• Set aside while you prepare the liquid.
• Place all other ingredients in a large Pyrex or other glass bowl/jar.
• Microwave the Pyrex bowl about 3 minutes.
• Then place the cucumber slices in the liquid.
• Gently swirl the bowl every now and then to make sure all the slices come in contact with the liquid.
• Cover and let everything combine for at least an hour, but overnight is best.
• Keep refrigerated.
• You can use dried herbs, garlic, etc if you don't have fresh.
• Top slices with your portion of tuna or chopped chicken. Yum!