Pickles

(Sauce)
Put in a small pot:
1 1/2 t dill
1/2 t celery seed
1/4 t coriander (optional)
1 bay leaf (optional)
1/2 t salt
1 t honey
3 T lemon juice
1 c water
& bring to boil
then simmer uncovered for 7 min.
Stir frequently.
Let cool 15 min. in the refrigerator.

Put:
1 1/2 c peeled & sliced cucumbers
in a bowl or jar & put in the freezer for 10 min. to make the pickles more crisp.

When the Sauce is cooled,
pour over the cucumbers.

Stir the bowl or shake the jar (with a lid on it).

Soak overnight in the refrigerator to saturate the flavors.

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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