Lime Pickles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 lb. cucumbers, chunked
1 gal. water
1 c. pickling lime
1 qt. vinegar
1 qt. water
2 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. pickling spices
7 c. or 3 1/2 lb. sugar

Preparation

Soak the first 3 ingredients for 24 hours.
Drain and rinse well, then cover with clear water for 1 hour.
Drain.
Mix remaining ingredients together.
Pour mixture over chunked cucumbers and bring to a boil.
Add a little green food coloring for looks.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove from heat and pack in sterilized jars and seal.