Tis the season for fun in the sun and alfresco fare. There is nothing more enjoyable than being able to sit outside and enjoy a meal.
Recently, I took on the challenge of preparing a sit down, 5 course meal for 60 people at one table- outside.
I dare say it tested me! If not for the help of several of my nearest and dearest, this could not have happened. The weather was more than perfect, the company exquisite, and hopefully the food was enjoyed by all.
The evening was capped off with an outdoor concert and dessert table. I'm still recovering!
So gather up some friends and pull out the tablecloth (no plastic), the silverware (no plastic) the napkins (no paper) the china (no paper) and enjoy a meal alfresco! Summer is only here for a short time.
One of my favorite recipes of the evening was a cold cucumber soup- Enjoy
- 5 cucumbers
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 6 scallions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 quart buttermilk
- 1 pint yogurt
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
Peel cucumbers and cut them in half, scraping out seeds. Sprinkle the cucumbers with salt and let them stand 30 minutes. Drain excess water.
Chop the cucumbers coarsely and put the pieces in the blender along with scallions, dill, lemon juice, buttermilk, and yogurt. Blend at high speed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill well before serving.
