Japanese Pickled Cauliflower – with Coke – Vegetables

1 md Cauliflower, separated

– into flowerets, washed, – and drained 1 md Green pepper, washed,

– cored, seeded, and cut – into 2-in strips Water, boiling 1/2 c Celery, very thinly sliced

3/4 c COCA-COLA

6 tb Wine vinegar, OR

– white vinegar 1/4 c Sugar

1 1/2 ts Salt

In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower flowerets and bell pepper strips. Cover with boiling water. Let stand for 2 minutes, drain thoroughly. Add the celery. In a small pan, heat the Coca-Cola, wine/white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Pour over vegetables. Toss lightly with a fork, and pack into 1-quart glass jars. Push down lightly so the liquid covers the vegetables.

Cover and chill overnight. This keeps in the refrigerator for several days. Makes about 1 quart.