Refrigerator Pickles (From the kitchen of Gramma Katein)

In a 1-gallon glass or glazed ceramic jar combine the following:

• 7-8 cups of cucumber slices
• 1 cup white or purple onions, sliced
• 1 cup green peppers, sliced
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 2 cups granular sugar
• 1 sprig of fresh dill, or 1 tsp. of dried dill leaves
• 1 tsp. of garlic powder, or 1 bulb of garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 tsp. celery seed
• 1 Tbl salt

Refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours, mixing occasionally if desired.

Optional Ingredients:

• 1 cup carrot slices
• 1 cup jalepeño slices