Chilled Cucumber-Yogurt Soup
     
2 cucumbers, peeled, shredded 2 cups buttermilk
2 garlic cloves, crushed      salt to taste
1 tbsp. chopped dried mint    l tbsp. olive oil, if desired
2 cups plain yogurt           l tbsp. vinegar, if desired
     
Combine cucumber, garlic, mint and yogurt in a large bowl.
Stir gently to mix well.
Stir in buttermilk and salt.
Sprinkle with oil and vinegar, if desired.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.