Sweet Gherkins - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 qt. (about 7 lb.) cucumbers, 1 1/2 to 3-inches long
1/2 c. salt, pure granulated
8 c. sugar
1 1/2 qt. vinegar
3/4 tsp. turmeric
2 tsp. celery seed
2 tsp. whole mixed pickling spice
8 cinnamon sticks (1-inch pieces)
1/2 tsp. fennel (optional)
2 tsp. vanilla (optional)

Preparation

First
Day:
Morning - Wash cucumbers thoroughly; scrub with vegetable
brush.
Stem
ends may be left on if desired. Drain cucumbers;\tplace
in
a large container and cover with boiling water.
Afternoon (6 to 8 hours later):
Drain; cover with fresh, boiling water.