SANDRA'S REFRIGERATED PICKLED RED ONIONS
It's terrific how these pickled red onions become so crispy while being refrigerated in this flavorful brine giving you a delicious sweet-spice vib... Yield: (6) 1/2-Pint Size Mason Jars, or (3) Pint-Size Prep: 15 Mins. Cook Brine: 30 Mins. Refrigerate: Min. of 3 days, or up to 1 month INGREDIENTS: Brine: (*Note: I prepare pots of brine about 6 hours beforehand to ensure it has sufficient time to cool so it's ready when I began the jarring process. Or, to speed up the cooling process; once the brine has cooled somewhat, carefully place entire pot in sink filled with cold water, just so water is about 1/4 the way up from outside bottom of pot.) 4 cups water 2 cups white distilled vinegar 1/4 cup pickling spice 3/4 cups white granulated sugar 1/4 cup dark brown sugar Onions: 3 medium red onions, thinly sliced from top to core direction to 1/8" METHOD Add all brine ingredients to a large non-reactive pot (I use stainless steel); stir to combine. Bring brine to a boil, cover, ...