Cinnamon Cuke Rings

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, core and slice cukes.
2. 2
   Put in solution for 24 hours. Lift rings out of water, wash and drain well.
3. 3
   Do this 3 times. Add the 1 cup vinegar, alum and enough water to cover rings.
4. 4
   Add food coloring.
5. 5
   Heat and simmer for 2 hours.
6. 6
   Lift rings out of solution.
7. 7
   Discard solution.
8. 8
   Make syrup with 6 cups water, sugar, red hot candy, 6 cups vinegar and cinnamon sticks.
9. 9
   Bring to a boil.
10. 10
    Pour over cuke rings.
11. 11
    Cover.
12. 12
    Let set overnight.
13. 13
    Drain syrup.
14. 14
    Reheat.
15. 15
    Pour over rings.
16. 16
    Let set overnight again.
17. 17
    Do this for 3 days.
18. 18
    On the third day, heat to boiling.
19. 19
    Pack in jars and seal.