Lime Pickles

9 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 8 lb. medium cucumbers
  • 2 c. hydrated lime
  • 2 gal. cold water
  • 2 qt. vinegar
  • 8 c. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. celery seed
  • 1 tsp. whole cloves
  • 1 Tbsp. mixed pickling spices

Directions

  1. 1
    Slice cukes in 1/4-inch slices.
  2. 2
    Cover with lime and water. Soak 24 hours.
  3. 3
    Rinse well.
  4. 4
    Cover with ice water for 3 hours. Drain and cover with other ingredients.
  5. 5
    Let stand overnight. Boil gently about 35 minutes.
  6. 6
    Pack in jars.
  7. 7
    This makes a crisp pickle.
  8. 8
    Add a little green coloring if desired.
  9. 9
    Makes a pretty garnish around meats etc., also.

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