Raisin Ice Water Pickles

Ingredients:
- 2 qt. cucumbers
- 1/4 c. salt
- 2 to 3 trays ice cubes
- 3/4 c. raisins
- 2 1/2 c. vinegar
- 2 1/2 c. sugar
- 2 tsp. celery seed
- 2 tsp. turmeric
- 1 tsp. ground cloves
- onion rings if desired
- red peppers if desired

Directions:
- Slice cucumbers as for bread and butter pickles.
- Sprinkle salt over top.
- Add ice cubes to cover.
- Let stand 3 hours (add onion and red pepper, if desired).
- Drain well.
- Put raisins in enough water to barely cover.
- Add all other ingredients.
- Pour over cucumbers and bring to a boil.
- When green color goes, pack in jars and seal.
- Be sure some raisins get in each jar.