Check lid seals. If the center of the lid is indented, the jar is sealed. Wash, dry, label, and store sealed jars in a clean, cool, dark place. If the lid is unsealed, examine and replace jar is defective, use new lid, and process as before. Wash screw bands and store separately.
Pickles are best if used within a year and safe as long as lids remain vacuum sealed.
Process Times Table 1. Place clean, empty jars in a boiling water canner, cover jars with water, and boil 10 minutes. Pour brine water over cucumbers and let stand 12 hours. Add mixed pickling spices toed in a clean white cloth. Heat to boiling.