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CHILLED CUCUMBER SOUP

  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and sliced 1 cup buttermilk

  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar

  • 1/2-cup light cream

  • 1 bunch green scallions, sliced, including tops

  • A few sprigs of fresh parsley

  • 1-teaspoon salt

  • 1/2-teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1/2-cup sour cream

  • 1-cup additional cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced; reserve for garnish

Puree cucumbers in food processor with 1/2 cup of the buttermilk and vinegar. Blend a few seconds. Add cream, scallions, parsley, salt, garlic, and sour cream. Blend just enough to mix. Refrigerate overnight. Before serving, stir in reserved cucumbers and remain­ing 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Serves 4; on a hot day it may serve only 2.

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