Cucumbers
1 bunch dill
6 hot peppers
6 cloves garlic
6 slices onion
6 tsp. whole spices
6 lumps alum
1 qt. cider vinegar
2 qts. water
1 c. salt

Wash and dry enough cucumbers for 6 sterilized 1 quart jars. In bottom of jar: some dill, 1 hot pepper, 1 clove of garlic, 1 slice of onion, 1 teaspoon whole spices, small lump of alum and cucumbers. In saucepan combine vinegar, water and salt. Let mixture come to a rolling boil, then pour into the jars. Seal immediately. Makes 6 quarts.