Jerusalem Artichoke Pickles Or, Sunchoke Pickles Recipe

• 2 1/2 lb Jerusalem artichokes
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 lb cauliflower (optional) Pickling Salt
• 4 c. Apple cider vinegar
• 1 c. Heinz white vinegar
• 1 c. water
• 2 c. granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp celery seeds
• 1 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 2 tsp mustard seeds
• 3/4 tsp dry mustard
• 1 lrg green bell pepper (optional)
• 1 lrg red bell pepper (optional)
• 1 lrg Vidalia or possibly sweet type onion
• 2 clv garlic, crushed, peeled, chopped (optional)

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