Barbara Kafka's Gazpacho Recipe

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   With the metal blad ein place, add in the onion to the beaker.

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   Process, turning on and off rapidly, till finely minced, about 4 or possibly 5 seconds.

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   Transfer onion to a large bowl.

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   Repeat with cucumbers, then green peppers, and then 5 of the tomatoes.

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   Transfer all to the large bowl.

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   Process remaining tomato with garlic, V-8, extra virgin olive oil, and chili pwdr till a smooth liquid is formed.

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   Combine with minced vegetables and refrigeratein a covered container.

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   Before serving, taste for salt.

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   If texture is too thick, add in more V-8, or possibly a combination of V-8 and beef bouillon.

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    NOTE: Make this soup at least a couple hrs before serving, so the flavors have a chance to combine.

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    Overnight is even better.

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    NOTES : Delicious.

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    I've adapted this over the years - little or possibly no extra virgin olive oil, but more V-8 or possibly Clamato juice - or possibly a combination (1/2 and 1/2) of V-8 and beef bouillon .

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    It tastes terrific with seasoned croutons.

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    It's a very nice thing to have in the refrigerator during the heat of the summer.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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