Red Cinnamon Rings

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, core out seeds and slice cucumbers in 1/4-inch thick rings or 2-inch chips.
2. 2
   Soak 2 gallons of cucumbers for 24 hours in lime and 8 1/2 quarts water.
3. 3
   Drain and wash well.
4. 4
   Soak 3 hours in ice water.
5. 5
   Put together 1 cup vinegar, alum and red food coloring.
6. 6
   Add water to cover.
7. 7
   Put on stove and simmer 2 hours. Do not boil.
8. 8
   Drain well and discard solution.
9. 9
   Make syrup of remaining ingredients.
10. 10
    Cover cucumbers with syrup.
11. 11
    For next 2 mornings, drain off syrup and heat.
12. 12
    Pour over cucumbers; do not boil.
13. 13
    On third morning, heat all and put in jars.
14. 14
    Seal.
15. 15
    Do not boil.
16. 16
    Makes 6 quarts.