Boil 2 qts. Bring to boil and keep hot. Pack jars with halved cucumbers along with one dill blossom and one large clove garlic per jar. Stand away from drafts. Makes 12 pints.
Dirt settles to bottom of container.
Discard any that are discolored or soft and cut stem ends. Stand away from drafts. Fill jars as with cold pack process. Bring to boil. Add vegetables and simmer 30 min.