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Extra headspace in last pickle jar

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Posted by jrypka AK (My Page) on
Fri, Nov 1, 13 at 16:58

I had not quite enough picking juice to fill my last quart. It was packed full with cucumbers, but there ended up being about 2 inches of headspace between the vinegar solution and the top of the jar. I processed it with the others, but then stored it in the refrigerator. It was processed about 2 months ago. It has been in the fridge the whole time. Is it safe to open and eat, or should I just toss it?

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I'd say since you refrigerated it, it should be ok. If it smells ok, throw it away.

Next time, just add plain vinegar to the correct headspace. I've had to do that a few times. Or I keep the extra brine and make another batch.

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I'd agree that even though it is already 2 months old it is probably safe to eat - assuming you used a safe pickling recipe with sufficient vinegar in it to begin with. Some sources recommended max fridge storage of no more than 6 months.

For future reference, don't process a jar like that. It leaves far too much air in the jar. It is easy enough to make up additional brine that is at least 1/2 water and 1/2 vinegar to fill the jar to the proper level.

Dave

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