1 gallon sliced cucumbers
8 med. onions
2 lg. red or green peppers (opt.)
1/2 c. coarse salt
1 c. water
2 1/2 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. vinegar
1 tbsp. mustard seed
1/2 tsp. turmeric
1/2 tsp. whole cloves

Slice cucumbers paper thin, leaving peel on. Slice onion in thin rings, peppers in rings or strips. Dissolve salt in water and pour over sliced vegetables. Put 1 quart ice on top. Let stand 3 hours weighed down with a plate; drain. Combine sugar, vinegar and spices and bring to a boil. Add drained vegetables and heat to boiling. DO NOT BOIL. Pack into sterile jars, fill to overflowing. Makes 6 pints.