Bernadine's Sweet Pickles

1. 1

   Soak 7 pounds small sliced cucumbers in 2 gallons of water and 3 cups lime.

2. 2

   Stir each 2 hours while soaking for 24 hours.

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   (Let stand overnight.)

4. 4

   Drain pickle slices and let stand in fresh water for 4 hours, changing water every hour.

5. 5

   To make syrup, bring to a boil vinegar, sugar and celery seed.

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   Pour over pick les and let stand overnight.

7. 7

   Next morning boil pickles in syrup for 1 hour (slow simmer).

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   Put in jars and seal.

9. 9

   Process pints for 10 minutes in boiling water bath.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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