1 1/2 lb shrimps, cooked & chopped
1/2 cucumber, med, finely diced
1 tbsp dill, fresh, minced
1 tbsp mustard, prepared
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
1 qt buttermilk
Directions
Mix together shrimps, cucumber and seasonings; stir in buttermilk and
chill thoroughly.
How to Cook a Wolf
M.F.K. Fisher
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Beverages; Soup
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