Easy, But Elegant Gazpacho - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 eggs or equivalent cholesterol-free egg substitute
1/4 c. wine vinegar
3/4 c. V-8 juice (any variety, including low sodium)
1/8 tsp. salt or salt substitute
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 sprigs fresh tarragon (optional)
1/4 c. olive oil

Preparation

Place all ingredients except the olive oil in a blender, and blend for 10 seconds.
Strain and chill thoroughly.
Stir in olive oil and mix well.
Add more V-8 juice to achieve the ideal consistency.
Serve chilled with cucumber cubes, chopped onion, chopped green pepper and herbed croutons in separate bowls.