6 to 8 med. cucumbers, leave peelings on
2 tbsp. salt
2 lg. onions
1/2 lg. bell pepper

Slice above ingredients very thin and combine with salt. Let stand for 3 hours. Drain.

1 tsp. alum
1/2 tbsp. mustard seed
1 tsp. turmeric
1 1/4 c. cider vinegar
1 1/4 c. sugar
1/8 tsp. cloves (pieces instead of crushed)

Combine above ingredients in large pot. Bring to a boil, then add cucumbers. Heat thoroughly but do not boil. Place in jars while hot, seal, then turn jar upside down immediately until cooled.