Cowboy Candy (candied Jalapenos)

1 pound jalapeno peppers (about 16), cut into ¼-inch slices

1-½ cups thinly sliced garlic cloves (about 4 bulbs)

3-½ cups sugar

1-¼ cups red wine vinegar

¾ teaspoon salt

¾ teaspoon mustard seed

¾ teaspoon celery seed

½ teaspoon ground turmeric

1 cayenne pepper, minced, optional

Pack jalapenos and garlic into three hot 1-pint jars to within ½ in. of the top.
In a large saucepan, bring sugar, vinegar, seasonings and, if desired, cayenne pepper to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
Carefully ladle hot liquid over pepper mixture, leaving ½-in. headspace.
Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture.
Wipe rims.
Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water.
Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes.
Remove jars and cool.

Course🧅Condiment

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🧂Condiment

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍗Barbecue📆EverydaySnacking

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 1h