3 c. lime to 2 gal. water

Stir the lime and water often.

7 lbs. cucumbers or green tomatoes

Put cucumbers and green tomatoes in lime water and soak 24 hours.

Bring 3 pints vinegar and spices to boil, put cucumbers in and let stand overnight. Bring to boil and boil 1 hour - have jars ready and seal.

SPICES:

3 lbs. sugar to 7 lb. cucumber
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. mace allspice
1 tsp. celery seed