Tzatziki

Drain yogurt in paper-towel lined sieve set over a bowl 1 hour. Discard liquid. Put cucumber in another sieve set over a bowl and toss w 1 tsp salt. Drain 1 hour. Rinse and squeeze dry. Mix all, chill and bring to room temp before serving w olive oil brushed grilled pita. Chives, mint, and a little sour cream may be added.

Cucumber 2 large, peeled & shredded
Garlic 5 cloves, minced
Olive Oil 2T
Pepper
Salt 1.5tsp Kosher
Vinegar 2T
Yogurt 18oz plain