Three-Month Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Pack cucumbers in a 1/2-gallon jar.
2. 2
   Mix vinegar, alum, salt and spice together; pour over cucumbers; finish filling jar with cold water and seal.
3. 3
   Leave 3 months.
4. 4
   Wash cucumbers in cold water and split.
5. 5
   Heat 1/2 cup vinegar and 4 cups sugar until bubbly. Pour over cucumbers in bowl so you can stir.
6. 6
   Let sit for 24 hours or longer before using.