Sandwich Pickle Mix

Serve this pickle mix alongside some Lobster Rolls for the perfect summer picnic.

6-8 Kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced crosswise
4 habernero peppers
1 cup pickling salt
1 cup sugar
1½ cups red-wine vinegar
¼ tsp. whole black peppercorns
½ tsp. celery seeds
¼ tsp. coriander seeds
4 whole allspice
¾ tsp. mustard seeds

Place cucumbers in a large bowl. Cut 1 pepper in half and place in the bowl along with the 3 remaining peppers, pickling salt, ½ cup sugar, and 3 cups water.  Toss to combine; cover and let stand overnight at room temperature.

Drain cucumber mixture; rinse under cold water. In another large bowl, mix together remaining ½ cup sugar, vinegar, peppercorns, celery seeds, coriander, allspice, and mustard seeds. Add cucumbers and peppers; toss to combine.

Let stand at room temperature at least 3 hours before using.

Makes enough for 4 sandwiches.