Lime Pickles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 lb. medium cucumbers
2 c. hydrated lime
2 gal. cold water
2 qt. vinegar
8 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. salt
1 tsp. celery seed
1 tsp. whole cloves
1 Tbsp. mixed pickling spices

Preparation

Slice cukes in 1/4-inch slices.
Cover with lime and water. Soak 24 hours.
Rinse well.
Cover with ice water for 3 hours. Drain and cover with other ingredients.
Let stand overnight. Boil gently about 35 minutes.
Pack in jars.
This makes a crisp pickle.
Add a little green coloring if desired.
Makes a pretty garnish around meats etc., also.