1 medium cucumber -- seeded and
1 chopped
1 1/2 cup buttermilk
1 clove garlic -- crushed
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tsp prepared horseradish
1 tsp dill weed
1 tsp mild paprika
Directions
Puree everything together in a blender or food processor. Yield: 2 3/4
cups.
Servings: 1 servings
Buttermilk & Cucumber Dressing Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Beverages; Cucumber; Salad; Vegetable
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