RECIPES FROM OESOPHAGEAL PATIENTS

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP

Now that the weather is getting warmer and some gardens are beginning to produce, I would like to share my favorite recipe for cold cucumber soup. The words "cold soup" to some, might conjure up a vision of greasy glop but......not so! This is delicious and so simple and healthy too!!!

• 2 cucumbers, chopped ( I prefer to leave the skin on if it has not been oiled)
• 2 cups sour cream
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 can chicken broth (10 oz)
• parsley sprigs
• nutmeg to taste (if desired)

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and process til blended. Chill, covered.

It keeps for several days. Yield: 6 to 8 servings. I lived on this the summer after my surgery. It was easy to swallow as it was soft but with a little bit of texture so that it did not stick in my throat/stomach. Enjoy...... Ellen