Sweet Pickle Chips
["1 gal. whole dill pickles (any brand)*", "4 c. sugar", "8 Tbsp. white vinegar", "1 tsp. alum powder"]
["Drain and rinse pickles. Slice pickles 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick. Stir into sugar mixture. (Do not use metal container or spoon.) Let stand 24 hours at room temperature; stir occasionally. Put into jars and pour juice evenly into each jar. Store in refrigerator one to two weeks."]
["dill pickles", "sugar", "white vinegar", "alum powder"]