1bunch radishesabout a ½ pound, stem and root ends removed & cut into 1/8 inch slices
½cupwhite or apple cider vinegar5% acidity
½cupsugar
¼cupwater
1teaspoonBall® Salt for Pickling and Preserving
1teaspoonmustard seeds
½teaspoonground black pepper
1bay leaf
½teaspoondried crushed red pepperoptional
Instructions
Place radishes in a hot 1-pint jar. Bring vinegar, next 6 ingredients, and, if desired, crushed red pepper to a boil in a small stainless steel or enameled saucepan. Ladle hot pickling liquid over radishes. Wipe jar rim. Center lid on jar. Apply band, and adjust to fingertip-tight. Let cool on a wire rack (about 1 hour). Chill 6 hours before serving. Store in refrigerator up to 4 months.