Gazpacho - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. diced, peeled tomatoes
1 1/2 c. finely chopped green pepper
3/4 c. finely chopped onion
1/2 c. finely chopped peeled cucumber
1 (12 oz.) can V-8 juice
1/2 c. beef consomme
1 clove crushed garlic
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. each: salt and pepper
dash of hot sauce

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in blender; blend thoroughly.
Chill well.
Serve in cold mugs or bowls.
Add seasoned croutons and paprika.
Serves 8.