Crispy-Sweet Pickles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

25 to 30 small cucumbers
2 c. lime (canning)
2 gal. water
2 qt. vinegar (white)
2 tsp. whole cloves
1 tsp. salt
8 c. sugar

Preparation

Slice cucumbers 1/8-inch thick.
Dissolve lime in water and cover cucumber slices.
Let stand 24 hours in refrigerator.
Rinse well and let stand 3 hours in clear water in refrigerator.
Mix well vinegar, sugar, cloves and salt.
Drain cucumbers and pour mixture over them and let stand overnight.
Bring to a boil and boil 35 to 40 minutes.
Fill jars 1/2-inch from top.
Seal and process in boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
Makes 10 pints.