Cornichon-Style Pickles

Ingredients

• 2 pound(s) small pickling cucumbers, cut into ½-inch spears
• .5 cup(s) kosher salt
• 2 cup(s) white distilled vinegar (5% acidity)
• 1 clove(s) garlic, halved
• 1 tablespoon(s) onion, chopped
• .5 tablespoon(s) peppercorns
• 2 whole(s) cloves
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• • 2 bay leaves

1. Prepare the cucumbers: In a large nonreactive bowl, toss cucumbers with 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons salt. Transfer to a cheesecloth-lined colander and let drain for 2 hours. Rinse cucumbers thoroughly with cold water and set aside. 2. Process the pickles: Combine vinegar, 2 cups water, and rem...

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