Sunday, October 26, 2008

Sweet Pickle Sticks

By:
Billie Johnson
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This Recipe may be doubled, if desired.
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Combine in crock, or extra large Stoneware Bowl;
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2 Gal. Water, & 1 c. Pickling Lime
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Peel large Cucumbers & cut into 3 inch long sticks.....
(Do Not use the centre or seeds).
Let Cucumbers soak over night in Lime water.
Next day:
Rinse, & soak Cucumbers in clear Water over night.
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Mix;
1 c. Sugar
1 c. White Vinegar
1 bag of Mixed Pickling Spices
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"Thank goodness that's done!"
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Cook Cucumbers in this mixture ~ (about 2 Pints).
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Add Food coloring (red or green) shortly before you set up jars to fill.
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Fill jars, including the juice, then seal.
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Note:
Do Not let Cucumbers cook very long, or they get mushy.
Test them with a tooth pick.

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