Title: Cucumber Salad (Agurkesalat)
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Yield: 1 Servings

1 large cucumber 1 cup water 1 cup vinegar Black pepper to taste Sugar to taste

In Denmark a "large cucumber" means one about a foot and a half long; but it is only about an inch and half in diameter, has practically no seeds or thorns, and tastes like any well-grown cucumber.

Wash and dry a large cucumber thoroughly. If it is a spring cucumber the green rind may be left on, but later in the season, when the rind is thicker and harder, it is best to peel the cucumber.

Cut the cucumber into very thin slices with a sharp knife. Mix the water and the vinegar, and sweeten to taste. Add the cucumber slices and sprinkle with pepper. Let stand for an hour or so before serving. Lemon juice can be used instead of vinegar - this makes the salad healthier for children.

From "Danish Cookery" by Suzanne, Andr. Fred. Host & Son, Copenhagen, 1957.

Posted by Stephen Ceideberg; March 9 1993.

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