There's are good by themselves but I'm sure with some imagination you can find lots of uses for them beyond just putting them on a cracker with some cream cheese.
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cowboy candy, jalapeno poppers
Author: shawnonfood.com
Ingredients
1poundJalapeño peppers(about 10 or 12 Jalapenos)
3cupsugarsome use 2 cups
1cupapple cider vinegar
1tspgarlic powder
1/2tspginger(optional)
1/4tspcelery seed(optional)
1/4tspturmeric(optional)
1/4tspcayenne pepper(optional)
Instructions
Wash jalapenos and cut the top/stem off. If you want you can core them and tap them on a cutting board a few times to remove some seeds to reduce the heat a little.Consider using food safe gloves when handling the jalapenos.
Cut jalapenos into rounds about 1/4" thick.
Put sugar, vinegar, and spices in a pot large enough to hold them AND the jalapenos and bring to a boil.
Put the jalapenos in the pan and bring to a simmer.
Simmer for about 4 to 5 minutes. The color of the jalapenos will change to a yellow green.
Not canning?
Fill your jars with jalapenos and enough liquid to cover them, let cool and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
How to can cowboy candy
These directions assuming you have canned before and are general directions and not a how to can guide.If you are going to can cowboy candy you should have clean sterilized jars and lids ready in advance.
Ladle jalapenos and enough liquid to cover them into canning jars leaving a 1/4" headspace.