Lemons & Limes With Vinegar & Salt Brine

Also will need 1 glass jar, gallon size, with lid.
Hit the lemons and limes on all sides of the counter top, bruising them but not breaking the skin. Set aside.
In saucepan heat the vinegar and salt, stir until dissolved, cool slightly.
On a cutting board with raised edges, slice each fruit into wedges, limes 4 wedges, lemons could be up to 6 wedges. Remove seeds.
Place in the jar with the bay leaves. Add the heated liquid.
Stir around with a large wooden spoon.
Add more white vinegar to cover.
Place a piece of waxed paper over the jar.
and then screw on the lid. The waxed paper will be between the lid and the jar.
Sit on the counter top for about a day,.
then refrigerate. Use after 3 days.
Cooking time is only heating the salt and vinegar.