Pimentos

Ingredients

• 4 large red bell peppers
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons oil
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Wash peppers, remove seeds and membrane, and slice into 1 inch wide strips. Cover peppers with boiling water and let them soak for 5 minutes.
2. Drain. Combine vinegar, water, and sugar in a glass or enamel pan and bring to a boil. Simmer mixture for 5 minutes; remove from heat, and add garlic, oil and salt.
3. Place peppers in a sterilized 1 quart glass jar and pour the vinegar mixture over them to cover.
4. Store pimentos in the refrigerator for 2 weeks before using.

Notes

Pimentos will keep for several months in the refrigerator.