Bev's 24 hour pickles

8c sliced unpeeled cucumbers
2c sliced onions
1c julienne red bell peppers
1T salt
2c sugar
1.5c distilled white vinegar
2t celery seed
2t mustard seed

In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, onion, and red pepper. Sprinkle with salt & mix well. Let stand 1 hour. Drain. In a medium bowl, combine sugar, vinegar, celery seed & mustard seed; stir til sugar dissolved. Place cucumber mixture in non-metallic container. Pour vinegar mixture over cucumbers. Cover and chill for at least 24 hours to blend flavors.

Make 8 cups
Pickles will keep in frig for up to 6 weeks.