Expensive imported spices, such as peppercorns, cloves, cinnamon and ginger, were added to pickled vegetables, green walnuts and mushrooms to introduce further allure. Pickle mania really began to ...

Like all nuts, they do freeze well. Walnuts will keep in the freezer for 12 months if they are sealed in an airtight bag. Pickled walnuts can be eaten with cold meats and cheeses - they go ...

Make it a sweet-and-salty salad by using bread and butter pickles instead of the dills and adding grapes and walnuts. Fresh herbs on top can be a nice addition, too. My favorite is dill to really ...