INGREDIENTS
1
Bay leaf
6
large sprigs Dill, fresh
1
English hothouse seedless cucumber, large
5 cloves
Garlic
1 1/2 tbsp
Kosher or pickling salt
2 tsp
Peppercorns, black
3 tbsp
White vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups
Water
(optional) 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more/less to taste