Quick Pickles

Pickling Liquid 2 Large bay leaves ¼ tsp. allspice, crushed ¼ tsp. coriander seeds, crushed 1 Generous handful of cilantro leaves, chopped 3 Sprigs of thyme 3-4 TBS of Round Rock Honey 1/2 tsp. Sea Salt ¼ tsp. pepper Vegetables and Oil 1 Lb. peeled cucumber, sliced thinly, about ¼ inches 3 Medium shallots, sliced * thinly sliced onion will work too 1 Red bell pepper, sliced ¼ Cup olive oil 1. Place Cucumber Slices, Shallots, and Red Bell Pepper in heat proof bowl and set aside. 2. Combine first eight ingredients in microwavable dish and zap for 30-45 seconds. 3. Pour warm mixture over cucumbers, shallots and red pepper. Toss, cover for 3 minutes. 4. Uncover, and add olive oil. 5. Toss again and serve immediately or on the same day as preparation. Serve with Barbeque or Fried Fish.