3 cucumbers
1 clove garlic
1 med. onion
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. cold water
1/4 c. vinegar
1 tbsp. sugar
Paprika

Pare cucumbers and slice very thin. Salt and let stand 1 hour. Place liquids in a bowl and add sugar, onions sliced very thin and finely mashed garlic. Squeeze out cucumbers from the salt and put in the bowl; mix together. Sprinkle with paprika, chill, and serve.

If desired, blend 1/2 cup sour cream with vinegar and stir mixture into cucumbers, mixing well.