Cucumber and Cream Cheese Mousse

• 1 large cucumber
• ½ lb (225 g) cream cheese or

Peel the cucumber, cut lengthwise and remove the seeds. Chop the cucumber flesh finely. Blend the cream cheese until soft in a mixing basin. If using cottage cheese, pass it through a sieve into the mixing basin. Add the mayonnaise and mix well.

Meanwhile measure the water into a saucepan, add the salt and sugar, and sprinkle in the gelatine. Allow to soak for 5 minutes, then place over