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Gazpacho: an easy breezy treat
Are you tired of the same old BBQ recipes for the 4th of July? This holiday cool down with a tasty dish you can easily make in a blender.
Gazpacho is the perfect treat for beating the summer heat. This chilled vegetable soup, traditionally served in Spain, is a breeze to make.There are as many versions of gazpacho as there are cooks in Spain.
The following is a basic gazpacho recipe. For a stunning presentation, save some vegetables to use as a garnish. Finish it off with a little drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Traditional Spanish gazpacho
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 green bell peppers
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 seedless cucumber
- half of a small onion
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 slices of day old bread
- 1/4 tsp. red wine vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
- extra virgin olive oil (for garnish)
To make:
Soak bread in a bit of water until it is moistened. Drain and set aside.
Chop all vegetables into small cubes (save some to use as a garnish). Put all vegetables in blender, add the vinegar and puree. Add a bit of water to facilitate blending until you reach a creamy consistency. Add the bread, puree and adjust seasonings.
Strain the gazpacho and chill until cool. Serve in small bowls or cups. Top with finely chopped vegetables and a drizzle of olive oil.
Fun fact: Experts believe the word "gazpacho" originates from the Mozarabic word "caspa." The latter referred to fragments of food, particularly pieces of soaked bread.
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