Spicy Pickles

1 large jar of regular pickles, discarding approx. 1/2 of the juice
1 large jar of jalapenos
2-3 bay leaves (optional)
sliced onions (optional)
whole garlic cloves, peeled (optional)
whole peppercorns (optional)


Start with a regular jar of garlic dill pickles. Slice them for spears or flat for sandwiches.

My mother taught me to make these and she layers hers. Layer of pickles, then jalapenos, onions. Repeat.

I did the above at first, but now, I just throw them all together. I use 1/2 the pickle juice but all of the jalapenos juice for a whole jar of pickles.

As you can see, I made some into spears and some into slices. Then I just dump sliced onions, garlic cloves, bay leaves and peppercorns.

I love them spicey like this, but if you're not that into spice, try them with a half jar of jalapenos. Then they should be just right for the tender-mouthed.

Enjoy in B.M.'s and on sandwiches or just pop them in your mouth.

****This batch I have actually re-used the brine, but will add some fresh jalapenos and brine.