P.D.Q. Pickles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. mixed pickling spices (optional)
3/4 c. vinegar
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground turmeric
4 c. sliced cucumber and onions

Preparation

Tie spices in cheesecloth bag.
In saucepan, combine spice bag, vinegar, sugar, salt and turmeric; bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Pour over vegetables; cool to room temperature.
Store in covered container in refrigerator (remove spice bag after 1 day).