Cooks' Question

I really want to make some home-made pickles. What is the best way to store them?

Response

You must bear in mind that the vinegar in pickles and chutneys can corrode metal. So, for these, plastic-coated lids are essential. Never use paper or Cellophane covers for pickles and chutneys. Vinegar will evaporate during long storage if the jars aren't completely airtight, which paper covers never are. This is why chutney shrinks and dries out when covered with paper.

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