4 qts. thin sliced cucumbers
6 med. onions, thin sliced
Garlic powder or garlic salt (a good amount)
1/3 c. canning salt
3 c. white vinegar
5 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 1/2 tsp. celery seed
2 tbsp. mustard seed

Wash cucumbers and slice very thin. Slice onions thin.

In large pan or bowl, layer cucumbers, onions, canning salt, and garlic powder or garlic salt. Mix in a tray of ice cubes and put a tray of ice cubes on top. Let stand 3 hours. You may need more ice. Then drain thoroughly, discarding the salty water.

Put slices in a large pan. Combine vinegar, sugar, and spices. Pour over cucumbers and onion slices. Heat just to boiling, ladle into hot sterilized jars and seal. One batch makes 6 to 7 pints. 1 dozen good size cucumbers makes 1 batch.