Lime Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the cucumbers after slicing in thin slices in a mixture of 1 1/2 cups lime to 1 gallon water, making enough to cover the cucumbers.
2. 2
   Let them soak on lime mixture overnight.
3. 3
   Drain and soak for 5 hours in fresh water, changing hourly.
4. 4
   Make a syrup of the sugar, vinegar and spices and bring to a boil.
5. 5
   After changing the water for the last time, pour the syrup over the cucumbers and let stand overnight, then boil for 1 hour and seal in jars.