Great Grandma's Bread and Butter Pickles

This was my Great Grandmother Catherine's recipe, I have not tried to make these myself but wanted to post the recipe so that I wouldn't lose it.

• Ready In: 2 hrs
• Serves: 30

Ingredients

• 1  gallon cucumber, sliced (8-10)
• 1  quart onion, sliced
• 1  quart  ice water
• 1⁄2 cup canning salt
• 1  quart cider vinegar
• 1  quart sugar
• 2  teaspoons celery seeds
• 1  tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1  teaspoon clove
• 2  teaspoons cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon turmeric

Directions

1. First layer cucumbers and onions and sprinkle with salt, then pour on ice water.
2. Let stand atleast 2 hours and drain well.
3. Mix remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
4. Drop in cucumbers and onions, cook until almost transparent - about 5 minutes hard boiling.
5. Place hot mixture into sterilized jars, place lids and allow to cool.