Seven-Day Sweet Pickles

Directions

Scrub the cucumbers; put them in a large dishpan or crock and cover them with boiling water.

Let stand for 24 hours. On day 2 drain them, then cover them again with fresh boiling water.

Repeat process on day 3 and 4.

On day 5 drain the pickles, then cut them into ¼ inch slices.

Combine the vinegar, sugar and seasonings and bring to a boil.

Pour over the sliced pickles.

On day 6 drain the syrup into a saucepan, bring to a boil and pour over the pickles once again.

Repeat the process on day 7, then spoon the pickles and syrup into hot steralized jars and seal.