Arlene's Classic Creamed Cucumbers
Through years and years of episodes, Arlene probably made this dish more often than anything else. Her family loved it, viewers loved it, and her husband Paul loved it. Creamed cucumbers were one of her favorite things to make.
- 2 long slender cucumbers, peeled and cut into 1/8 - 1/4 inch slices
- 1 medium sized onion, cut into thin slices
- cold water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp vinegar (white, apple cider, or red wine)
- 3 Tbsp sugar (or more, taste)
- 1/4 cup milk
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Place sliced cucumbers and sliced onion in a deep bowl. Cover with cold water and add 1 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let sit at least 10 minutes.
In another bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and whisk thoroughly until blended and creamy.
Drain water off cucumber/onion mixture and pour mayonnaise dressing over vegetables. Toss to coat. Refrigerator until ready to serve. Dressing will thin as they sit. Makes 4 to 6 servings. Enjoy!