Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   7       pound        Medium-sized cucumbers (about 3" long)
                        Boiling water
   1       quart        Apple cider vinegar
   8       cup          Granulated sugar
   2       Tablespoon   Salt
   2       Tablespoon   Mixed pickling spices

Preparation:

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 1/4" 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.