HOUSE PICKLES

1 case English Cucumbers (12 LBS)

1 gallon Cider Vinegar

8 each Bay Leaves

½ cup Mustard Seeds

2 TBL Fennel Seed

2 TBL Red Pepper Flake

2 quart Sugar, Granulated

2 cup Kosher Salt

1 gallon Ice

Using a mandolin, cut the English cucumbers ¼ inch thick. In a large enough pot combine the cider vinegar, bay leaves, mustard seeds, fennel seed, red pepper flake, sugar and salt. Bring the liquid to a simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved.

In a large enough container place the sliced cucumbers and pour the hot liquid over top. Be sure to pour the liquid through a strainer. Once the hot liquid is in the container with the cucumbers, add the ice and stir gently.