Cucumber Pickles

Directions

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.
15. 15
    Makes 6 pints.