Cinnamon Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and core cucumbers; cut in strips.
2. 2
   Add 2 cups lime and cover with water.
3. 3
   Soak for 24 hours.
4. 4
   Drain and wash well.
5. 5
   Cover with cold water and ice for 3 hours and drain.
6. 6
   Mix 1 cup vinegar and alum, 1 small bottle of red food coloring and enough water to cover cucumbers.
7. 7
   Simmer for 2 hours.
8. 8
   Drain and throw juice out. Mix 2 cups vinegar, 2 cups water, sugar, cinnamon sticks and cinnamon extract (or red hots dissolved in warm water 1 hour).