I was looking at my friends website EAT @ COOL the other day and found a recipe that brings back memories of my childhood. Perfect for a hot summers day "Cold Cucumber Soup".

Although i have myself used this recipe, I tend to reduce the Garlic and substitute the yogurt with buttermilk. I then add in chopped tomatoes as well. You really can adapt this recipe anyway your heart (taste buds) desire.

Aj's Cold Cucumber Soup

INGREDIENTS:

6 good size cucumbers

9 cloves garlic - crushed

3 hard boiled eggs.

2 sprigs (about 1/3 cup or 75 ml) fresh Parsley

1 sprig (about 1/4 cup or 60 ml) fresh dill, or dried dill

Splash of ground mild Paprika

5 cups (2500 ml) plain yoghurt or Greek style yoghurt

Salt & Fresh ground black pepper to taste

1/2 litre of crushed ice (or cubes)

METHOD:

Wash, and grate the whole cucumber, sprinkle with salt, and let stand 10 minutes. Squeeze to remove liquid, put into large mixing bowl, Add crushed garlic, finely chopped parsley, finely chopped Dill, and a splash of paprika. Dice eggs, (with or without yoke - it is up to you) and add to bowl.

Add yoghurt, Taste, add salt and pepper to taste. Put in crushed ice (or prepare in advance and place in the fridge for a few hours), and serve. Garnish with a fresh sprig of Parsley. Keep cold if serving later

Thanks for the memory Aj. http://eat.cool.net.au