Crosscut Pickle Slices - cooking recipe

Ingredients

cucumbers, sliced (about 6 lb.)
12 to 15 small white onions
2 qt. or 2 trays ice
1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 1/2 tsp. celery seed
2 Tbsp. mustard seed
3 c. white vinegar
2 large garlic cloves
1/3 c. salt
4 1/2 c. sugar

Preparation

Wash cucumbers thoroughly and drain.
Slice, unpeeled, into 1/8-inch slices.
Add onions and garlic.
Add salt and mix thoroughly.
Cover with crushed ice or cubes.
Let stand 3 hours.