Pickle Trio

Place apple slices and cardamom in one pint jar. Place green beans and chile, if using, in another pint jar (trim beans to maintain 1/4-inch headspace, if necessary). Place turnips and allspice in a third pint jar.

In a large saucepan stir together the vinegars, sugar, salt, and 1 cup water; bring to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and divide among the jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Seal and cool slightly. Chill at least 1 day or up to 4 days.