Cinnamon Stick Cucumbers

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and slice cucumbers and cut out seed.
2. 2
   Mix lime in 8 1/2 quarts water.
3. 3
   Pour over cucumbers and let set for 24 hours.
4. 4
   Wash off lime water.
5. 5
   In pan, combine 1 cup cider vinegar, food coloring, alum and enough water to cover cucumbers.
6. 6
   Simmer for 2 hours on stove.
7. 7
   Drain and make syrup with vinegar, 2 cups water, sugar, stick cinnamon and cinnamon candy.
8. 8
   Bring to boil and let set for 24 hours.
9. 9
   Put drained cucumbers in jars.
10. 10
    Cover with hot syrup, putting 1 cinnamon stick in each pint jar.
11. 11
    Seal.