Cream Dressing For Cucumbers

1 ea Cucumber, large

1/2 c Sour cream

1 T Vinegar

1 x Paprika

1 x Salt

Pare cucumber and slice very thin, place in bowl, add salt and place in the refrigerator. After 2 hours, rinse thoroughly 2 or 3 times in ice cold water, pressing the cucumber slices between the hands each time to remove all salt. After the last rinsing, add the following dressing: Combine the sour cream with the vinegar and paprika; mix well. If desired, chopped chives or sliced onions may be added. Source: Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book - Fine Old Recipes, Culinary Arts Press, 1936.