1 1/2 gallons sliced cucumbers 4 med. sliced onions 2 green peppers, sliced in long thin strips 1 red (sweet) pepper, sliced in thin strips 1/2 c. canning salt (not table salt) 5 c. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. turmeric 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 2 tbsp. white mustard seed 2 c. water 3 c. yellow cider vinegar Combine cucumbers, onions, peppers with canning salt. Cover for 3 hours. Drain thoroughly. Put into syrup of sugar, turmeric, ground cloves, white mustard seed, water and vinegar. Place in large enamel or stainless steel pan. Bring to a boil, don't boil (scald). Pour into hot sterile jars and seal. |