Sweetandcrunchydelistylepickles Recipes

SWEET AND CRUNCHY DELI-STYLE PICKLES

Steps:

• Place cucumber spears in a clean 1-quart canning jar.
• In a saucepan, combine remaining ingredients. Simmer until sweetener and salt dissolve.
• Pour warm brine over cucumbers to fill jar.
• Cover and refrigerate for 4-5 days before serving. Pickle flavor deepens over time.

UNCLE D'S SWEET PICCALILLI (GREEN TOMATO RELISH)

Steps:

• Combine vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seed, and basil in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir green tomatoes, red bell peppers, red onion, and Granny Smith apples into vinegar mixture; boil vigorously, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened and relish flavors have blended, 15 to 20 minutes.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack relish into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for about 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 13" x 9" baking dish.
• On a baking sheet, bake sweet potatoes for 1 hour or until done. Let cool, then peel and mash. Reduce oven to 350°F.
• In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, Splenda Sweetener, flour, milk, orange juice, egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and 3 tablespoons melted butter. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed until smooth. Transfer to baking dish.
• In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, pecans, syrup, and remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle over top of casserole.
• Bake for 1 hour or until heated through.

SUGAR FREE POWDERED SUGAR

Steps:

• In a blender, combine Splenda Sweetener and cornstarch; blend to a fine powder.
• Use instead of powdered sugar to garnish your favourite desserts.