Potatoes Doria

Directions

1. 1
   Trim off the ends of each cucumber.
2. 2
   Using a swivel-bladed paring or scraping knife, scrape off the skin of each cucumber.
3. 3
   Split cucumbers lengthwise in half, and scoop out and discard the seeds of each half.
4. 4
   Cut each cucumber in half crosswise into very thin slices.
5. 5
   There should be about 3 cups.
6. 6
   Cut potatoes in half and put each half cut side down on a flat surface.
7. 7
   Cut each half, in a downward motion, into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
8. 8
   Cut the slices uniformly into 1/4-inch-thick ''sticks.''
9. 9
   Put the pieces into a basin of cold water until ready to use.
10. 10
    Drain potatoes and put them in a saucepan.
11. 11
    Add one cup water and salt and bring to the boil.
12. 12
    Let simmer 5 minutes.
13. 13
    Add cucumber slices and cover.
14. 14
    Let cook about 3 minutes.
15. 15
    Drain immediately.
16. 16
    Add butter and dill and stir gently to blend thoroughly.
17. 17
    Serve.