Zucchini Pickles:

By Dixie8686

Ingredients

• 1 pound zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
• 3 sprigs fresh oregano
• 2 cups apple cider vinegar
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fennel seed
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 bay leaf
• Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/gourmet-diner-burgers-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback

Preparation

Step 1

Place the zucchini slices and oregano in a large jar or heat-safe container. Heat the apple cider vinegar, sugar, peppercorns, salt, fennel seed, red pepper flakes and bay leaf in a medium saucepan, stirring until the sugar and salt have dissolved, about 2 minutes. Pour the pickling liquid and spices into the jar. Let cool completely, uncovered. Place in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours and store for up to 6 weeks.

Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/gourmet-diner-burgers-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback