Bread and Butter Pickles

8 cups thinly sliced cukes 
2 cups thinly sliced onions
3 cups sugar
2 cups vinegar 
2 seaspoons celery seed
2 teaspoons powdered turmeric

Sprinkle cukes and onions w/salt, put aside 1 hour then drain.  Place in pot w/remaining ingredients, bring to boil and cook 20 min.  Seal hot – makes 4 pints or 2 quarts.