CLEAR MIXED PICKLES

INGREDIENTS 1 lb shallots 1 large cucumber or 2 ridge cucumbers 3 pints spiced vinegar 1 lb cauliflower sweet pepper 2 tbsps coarse salt pickling spices, chilies

METHOD: 1. Peel the shallots, remove green from cauliflower and break into sprigs. 2. Peel cucumber and cut into cubes. Place on a dish, sprinkle with salt and leave overnight. 3. Strain off the salt and pack vegetables in layers in glass jars. Fill up with cold spiced vinegar, adding a few spices and chillies. Tie down. Keep for a few months before using.