CUCUMBER DIP
(Satziki)


ingredients

2 c. thick plain yogurt
1 c. cucumbers, seeded and finely grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. fresh dill
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
salt

preparation

To thicken yogurt, place 3 1/2 cups yogurt with 1 teaspoon salt in dish towel. Hang over bowl until drippings stop, about 1 hour. Sprinkle salt over cucumbers; let stand 15 minutes and press dry with paper towel. Combine remaining ingredients and chill. May be served with warm pita bread.