Got Too Many Tomatoes? Pickle Them Russian Style!

INGREDIENTS

• 7 to 8 large firm under-ripe beefsteak or salad tomatoes, washed under cold water and halved
• 2 1/2 tablespoons coarse kosher or sea salt
• 3 celery stalks with leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 9 to 10 garlic cloves, quartered
• 1 chili pepper of your choice (optional)
• 10 to 12 baby carrots, washed and sliced in half lengthwise
• 1/2 medium celery root, peeled and sliced
• 3 to 4 mini bell peppers, seeded and quartered lengthwise