Gazpacho

Gazpacho

Ingredients:

1 Garlic clove, peeled
½ Green bell pepper,cored and seeded
1 Onion, peeled
5 Tomatoes, very ripe, quartered
1 medium Cucumber, peeled, sliced
1 tablespoon Tomato paste
6 tablespoons Olive oil
3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon Ground cumin
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce, or to taste
2 cups Tomato juice
2 Hard-boiled eggs, grated
1 cup Ice water
Freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste

Preparation:

Blend all the ingredients except the grated egg in a food blender or food processor. You will have to do this in several batches. Chill well before serving.

Pour into wine glasses or cups and garnish with the grated egg. Leave the wine vinegar and black pepper grinder out so your guests may add a bit to their glasses