Cucumber Pickles

1. 1

   Soak cucumbers (sliced) in brine made of salt and water for 48 hours.

2. 2

   Drain.

3. 3

   Cover with boiling water for 24 hours.

4. 4

   Drain and cover with boiling water to which 1 tablespoon alum has been added.

5. 5

   Let stand 24 hours.

6. 6

   Drain thoroughly.

7. 7

   Make syrup of 6 cups sugar and vinegar.

8. 8

   Bring to boil; add cinnamon and pour over cucumbers.

9. 9

   Let stand 24 hours.

10. 10

    Drain and heat syrup and add 1 cup sugar.

11. 11

    Let stand 24 hours.

12. 12

    Drain.

13. 13

    Heat syrup and add 1 cup sugar and cucumbers. Boil 5 minutes.

14. 14

    Put in jars; cover with syrup and seal.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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