Refrigerator Cucumber Slices Recipe

By Shirl

My family can never get enough of these sweet cucumber slices in the summer. They're crunchy, delicious and simple to make. At picnics or potlucks, I bring a big batch - folks tend to come back for more.—Denise Baumert, Dalhart, Texas

This recipe is:

Quick

Ingredients

• 4 * 4 pounds cucumbers (about 6 large), cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 3 * 3 medium onions, cut into 1/8-inch slices
• 3 * 3 cups sugar
• 3 * 3 cups cider vinegar
• 4 * 4 teaspoons canning/pickling salt
• 1-1/2 * 1-1/2 teaspoons mustard seed

Preparation

Step 1

* In a large container, combine cucumbers and onions. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
* Pour over cucumber mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. May be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks. Yield: about 2-1/2 quarts.