- wash the cucumbers and trim the ends - prep the garlic and horseradish - in a saucepan gently heat water with salt, stir until the salt has dissolved - add the peppercorns, mustard seed and bay leaf
- to a glass jar add few branches of dill weed, pack the cucumbers - add garlic, horseradish, more dill - pour over the cooled brine - make sure the cukes are submerged - ferment for 2-3 days - remove from the jar and store in the fridge
- as a crunchy snack - add to salads - pair with grilled meats - add to soups - in relish or sauce