Blender Gazpacho

Blender Gazpacho

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients:
4 tomatoes, quartered
1/2 small onion, sliced
1/2 green pepper, seeded and sliced
1/2 cucumber, sliced
4 sprigs parsley
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon instant beef bouillon
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
3/4 cup cold water
2 ice cubes
Toasted croutons, for garnish

Directions:
1. Put all the ingredients in a blender. Cover and blend 15 seconds, until everything passes through the blades. Do not overblend.
2. Serve cold, garnished with toasted croutons or any of the soup vegetables, thinly sliced or chopped.