Hot Pickled Peppers

Hot Pickled Peppers

 Makes 5 pints or 10 1/2 half pints.

  1. Prepare canner, jars, and lids.
  2. Combine 11 cups sliced banana peppers, mariachis, jalapenos, cherry bombs (look for a couple red ones) and serranos in a glass or stainless bowl.  Use latex or rubber gloves and don’t touch your eyes!
  3. In a large saucepan, combine 6 cups white vinegar, 2 c water, and 3 cloves garlic.  Boil gently for 5 minutes.  Discard the garlic.
  4. Pack the peppers into hot jars to within 1/2 “ from the top.  Cover with the hot liquid, put on hot lids and rims, and process 10 minutes.