Posted by:  Debbie   06-10-99 5:42 AM 
Pickled Jalapeno Peppers 
4 pounds jalapeno peppers 
6 cups apple cider vinegar, 5% acidity 
1 1/2 cups water 
3/4 cups pickling salt 
Prick pointed end of each pepper with a large needle. (Do not cut off stem).  
 
Tightly pack peppers into hot jars filling to 1/2 inch from top. 
Combine vinegar and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.  
Pour hot mixture over peppers filling to 1/2 inch from top.  
Remove air bubbles; wipe jar rims.  Cover at once with metal lids and screw on bands. 
Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes.