When the men folk of the family love hot stuff and they love pickles you have to get creative to keep them on their toes…..introducing COWBOY CANDY. 

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers well under cold running water, trim off both ends, but leave the skin on. Chop into chunks, then finely chop in a food processor. Put in a large pot or bowl. Sprinkle with the salt, mix the cucumbers and salt by hand. Top with enough cold water to cover completely. Let stand for 2 hours.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and set aside.

Step 3

Drain the cucumbers, rinse well and drain.

Step 4

In large stock pot, mix together the vinegar, sugar and spices. Stir in the onions and then the cucumbers.

Step 5

Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Pack hot relish into pint or half pint jars.

Step 7

Leave 1/2 inch headspace.

Step 8

Debubble, adjust headspace.

Step 9

Wipe jar rims.

Step 10

Put lids on and tighten.

Step 11

Process in a water bath for 15 minutes.

Step 12

Let it sit for at least a month before opening.