4 qt Onions (1-1/2 to 2-1/2
-inches in diameter) 1/3 c Salt
3 c Distilled white vinegar
5 c Sugar
1 1/2 ts Tumeric
1 1/2 ts Celery seed
2 tb Mustard seed
1/2 ts Ground cloves
1/2 ts Ground allspice
Peel onions. Sprinkle salt over onions. Mix ice through them; ice water may be used, but keep adding ice to keep onions cold. Let stand 3 hours; drain. Combine sugar, vinegar, and spices; add onions to spices and heat until color changes (DO NOT BOIL). Ladle into sterilized jars and seal. Source: Rock Springs Sweet Onion Festival Cook Book 1992