"This recipe is on several internet sites so not sure who really to give credit to but did not see anything like it on Zaar. I looked at it and thought "Oh Brother" but it was worth it. Really it was! Super little sweet crunchy gherkins!..."
INGREDIENTS
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5 quarts cucumbers (Pickling cucumbers 1 1/2 to 3 Inch long)
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1/2 cup pickling salt
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8 cups granulated sugar (divided through recipe)
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6 cups distilled white vinegar (divided through recipe)
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3/4 teaspoon turmeric
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2 teaspoons celery seeds
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2 teaspoons pickling spices
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8 pieces cinnamon sticks (1 inch)
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1/2 teaspoon fennel seed (Optional but good)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional but good)