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- Part of gourd family
- Often pickled
- Grown on vines
- English variety can grow 2 feet
- Have very low calorie density
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Cucumbers are technically fruits, but usually eaten and prepared in the same way as vegetables. They are can be eaten raw in salads, sandwiches or pickled. There are also some soup recipes for cucumbers.
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Cosmetic Uses
Cucumbers are also used in spas as an eye treatment or as an ingredient in facial masks. Cucumber slices on the eyes are known to reduce puffiness. -
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Cucumbers Questions
Does anyone have any suggestions for preserving cucumbers? 1 AnswerHere is a great recipe for pickles. One great thing about making pickles is that you can vary the sourness and seasoning level by keeping the pickles in the pi... read more
Anyone have a good recipe for pickles? The Cucumbers are growing like weeds 2 AnswersThis is how my grandma used to make 'em! * 8 pounds 3 to 4 inch long cucumbers * 4 cups white wine vinegar * 12 cups water * 2/3 cup pickling sa... read more
I need to put up alot of cucumbers, but I have already made a crap load of pickles. Any Ideas? 5 AnswersWhy don't you make a relish, which goes well on hot dogs and hamburgers (of course) and beans and in tuna fish salad. http://foodiemama.com/Canning-and-Preservi... read more -


