Cinnamon Pickles

1. 1

   Soak lime, cucumbers and 8 1/2 quarts water 24 hours, then drain and rinse good.

2. 2

   Simmer 2 hours in vinegar, alum and food coloring with enough water to cover cucumbers.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil and pour over cucumbers the vinegar, 2 cups water, cinnamon sticks, sugar and cinnamon candies.

5. 5

   Let set 24 hours.

6. 6

   Reheat liquid 3 times, 24 hours apart; on 3rd time, put cucumbers in jars and pour boiling liquid over and seal.

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