14 Day Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Combine cucumbers, water and walt in a large pan; heat to boiling, to dissolve salt.
2. 2
   Pour over cucumbers and let set on counter for 7 days. (Use plastic or glass containers.).
3. 3
   On the eighth day drain and cover with plain water in same container.
4. 4
   On ninth day drain and cover with alum and boiling water.
5. 5
   On the tenth day drain and cover with boiling water; cool and drain.
6. 6
   Cover with vinegar, sugar, and pickling spice that has been heated to boiling; let set on counter.
7. 7
   For next four days drain syrup into pan and add 1 cup more sugar.
8. 8
   On the 14th day you can process pickles by canning or keep in the refrigerator indefinitely (years).