Make a from-scratch homemade pickling spice using this old-time combination of herbs and spices. Try using this pickling spice along with a brine for overnight quick pickling of tough meats. The next ...

Charcuterie (W. W. Norton & Company, 2005), by Michael Ruhlman and Brian Polcyn, is a comprehensive guide to smoking, curing, brining and preserving meat. Classic and contemporary charcuterie recipes ...

These pickles use Alum, a crisping agent available in many grocery store spice aisles, but can be substituted with black tea to ensure a crispy pickle chip. This traditional sweet pickle is a recipe ...