Recipe: Lemon-Sweet Cucumbers (marinated cucumber slices, make ahead)

LEMON-SWEET CUCUMBERS

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 cup vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 large cucumber, sliced*

In large bowl, combine sugar, salt, dill weed, lemon peel, vinegar and lemon juice. Add cucumber slices; toss to coat.

Cover; refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight, If desired, drain before serving.

*When choosing cucumbers, look for uniform green color and shape. They should be firm and have a fresh aroma. When unwaxed, they do not require peeling.

Makes 8 servings (1/4 cup each)
Source: Come For Brunch, Pillsbury