Lime Pickles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

7 c. sliced cucumbers
2 gal. water
2 c. dry lime
1/2 gal. vinegar minus 1 c.
4 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. salt

Preparation

Mix the lime, water and cucumbers in container.
Can use a plastic bucket with good results.
Let stand 24 hours.
Then, wash at least 5 times in cold water and cover with fresh water.
Let stand for 3 hours and drain.
Add vinegar, sugar and salt.
Mix well.
Add cucumbers and let stand for another 24 hours.
Heat for 35 minutes; place in jars and seal.