4 c. sliced onions
8 c. sliced cucumbers
3 tbsp. coarse salt
2 1/2 c. sugar
2 c. cider vinegar
1 minced garlic clove
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 tsp. celery seeds
2 tsp. mustard seeds
1/4 tsp. powdered cloves

In bowl, layer 4 cups sliced onions and 8 cups sliced cucumbers, sprinkling layers with 3 tablespoons coarse salt. Cover with ice cubes and let stand 2 hours. In kettle, combine 2 1/2 cups sugar, 2 cups cider vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon celery seeds, 2 teaspoons mustard seeds and 1/8 teaspoon powdered cloves; bring to boiling. Drain onions and cucumbers and add to vinegar mixture. Bring to boiling; boil 1 minute. Pack in sterilized jars and seal. Process 10 minutes in boiling water bath. Makes about 4 1/2 pints.