Ingredients:3 1/2 oz stale bread, with crusts removed 2 lb very ripe Tomatoes, peeled 1 green bell Pepper (capsicum), finely chopped 2 Cloves Garlic, peeled 1/4 cup white wine Vinegar 2/3 cup Olive oil 2 teaspoons Salt Garnish 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 firm, ripe tomato, peeled and finely chopped 1 green bell pepper (capsicum) 2 oz, finely chopped 2 oz cucumber, peeled and finely chopped 1 egg, hardcooked (hardboiled) and finely chopped 3 1/2 oz stale bread, diced
Directions:1.Soak the bread for the soup in about 2/3 cup of water. Squeeze out the excess liquid. 2.If working by hand, crush the bread and all the other ingredients in a large mortar, then drizzle in the oil slowly, mixing to a smooth consistency. If using a food processor put all the ingredients in the bowl and blend to a fine puree. You may need to do this in 2 or more batches. Check the seasoning. 3.Pour into a bowl, cover and chill for at least 1 hour. 4.Put the garnish ingredients in individual bowls and serve with the gazpacho. 5.Cold water can be added to thin the soup just before serving if desired. |