SWEET CHRISTMAS PICKLES RECIPE - (3.6/5)

Sweet Christmas Pickles Recipe - (3.6/5) image

Provided by cwyorkiex3

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 large cucumbers, seeded, coarsely chopped
6 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups cider vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1/8 teaspoon oil of cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon oil of cloves

Steps:

Place the cucumbers in enough water to cover in a large stockpot. Cook over medium heat until tender, about 14 minutes; drain. Place in a large bowl. Combine granulated sugar, vinegar, salt, oil of cinnamon and oil of cloves in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring continually. Pour over cucumbers. Let stand, covered, for 8 to 10 hours. Drain the cucumbers, reserving the syrup. Bring the reserved syrup to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Pour over cucumbers in bowl. Let stand, covered, for 8 to 10 hours. Place cucumber mixture in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Spoon into 8 hot, sterilized 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-inch headspace. Seal with 2-piece lids. Process in hot water bath for 10 minutes.