1/2 c. salt (pickling salt)
4 qts. thinly sliced cucumbers
8 onions, thinly sliced (or 4 lg. onions)
2 green peppers, seeded, sliced (optional)
4 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 tsp. celery seed
1/2 tsp. cloves
3 1/2 tsp. mustard seed
4 1/2 c. vinegar

Slice the onions, cucumbers and green peppers into a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt. Empty a tray of ice cubes into the center of the vegetables. Let stand for 3 hours. Drain the vegetables thoroughly.

In a kettle, combine the sugar, spices and vinegar; heat to boiling. Pour the hot syrup over the drained vegetables and heat over low heat to scalding, or just below boiling but do not allow to boil. Stir frequently. Ladle into hot sterilized jars; seal at once. Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.