Fantastic Gazpacho! - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 cups v 8 vegetable juice
2 cups purchased salsa (mild or spicy)
2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 small onion, chopped (about 1/4 cup, opt)
1 1/4 cups garlic-flavored croutons
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or use red wine vinegar)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (or to taste)
Tabasco sauce
salt and black pepper

Preparation

Working in batches blend all ingredients except the Tabasco in a processor until a coarse puree texture (adjust seasonings to taste).
Transfer to a large glass bowl.
Season with salt, pepper and Tabasco.
Chill for a minimum of at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
Ladle into bowls.