Gazpacho

When I first tried gazpacho I was convinced I wouldn't like it.... soup is supposed to be hot not served cold. Blahk! Much to my surprise I loved it! I couldn't get my husband to try it for the longest time though. Then we attended a wedding reception where they served gazpacho and he tried it. He loved it. So, every summer we make a big batch of this and it tastes so refreshing on a hot day.

Gazpacho

INGREDIENTS:
1 c tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 c green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 c celery, finely chopped
1/2 c cucumber, finely chopped
1/4 onion, finely chopped
1 clove minced garlic
3 Tbls red wine vinegar
2 Tbls olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 c V-8 juice
1 c spicy V-8 juice
1 Tbls ground cumin
1 Tbls beef bouillon crystals

Mix all together and chill for at least 2 hours. Remove and let sit for 20-30 minutes before serving.

Can be served with tortilla chips or crackers or crusty french bread too. Some toppings can be sliced avocado, sour cream or cheese (or all three).