Process the Jars
Place a trivet at the bottom of a stockpot and fill the pot halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil, and add the jars. Pour in more boiling water until the jars are completely covered (the water should be at least 1 inch above the top of the jars). Bring the water in the stockpot to a boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
Pickled vs. Marinated
Pickled foods can be marinated, but not all marinated foods are pickled. Marinating means flavoring a food with acid. While pickling means preserving a food with salt or with acid.
To be considered pickled, the food needs to be preserved in the brine or marinade and not just flavored by the brine or marinade.
What Vinegar Should You Use for Pickled Beets?
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