Gazpacho (Andalusian Soup) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 large tomatoes, peeled
1 large cucumber, pared
1 medium size onion
1 medium size green pepper
1/2 jar pimento
12 oz. tomato juice
1/2 can red wine vinegar
1/2 c. olive oil
1/4 tsp. liquid hot pepper
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
salt to taste
1/2 c. pkg. croutons

Preparation

In a blender, combine all vegetables (except chives, and garlic) portions at a time, with tomato juice until finely chopped.
Do not puree.
Mix in large bowl with spices, oil and vinegar, except save enough oil to saute croutons in skillet rubbed with garlic.