Cinnamon Cucumber Rings - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 gal. large cucumber rings
2 c. lime
8 1/2 qt. water
1 c. vinegar
1 tsp. alum
3 tsp. red food coloring

Preparation

Place 2 gallons large cucumber rings in large container with lime and water.
Soak for 24 hours.
Drain and wash well.
Soak 3 hours in cold water.
In a pot mix vinegar, alum and red food coloring.
Add cucumber rings and cover with water.
Simmer for 2 hours.
Do not boil.
Drain and throw away solution.