Peach & Herb Gazpacho

(from carrollc1’s recipe box)

Source: Central Market lesson

Serves 6 people

Categories: Soup

Ingredients

  • 6 ripe peaches (2 lbs)
  • 3 ripe tomatoes (1 lb)
  • 1/2 C water
  • 1 C cucumber, peeled, seeded & cubed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 T sherry vinegar, or to taste
  • 2 T EVOO
  • 1/4 C mixed minced herbs, parsley, tarragon, basil, or mint
  • Minced yellow, red or orange bell pepper & herbs for garnish
  • salt & pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place peaches and tomatoes on a parchment or silpat lined baking sheet. place in a 400 degree oven and roast for 20-30 minutes or until just tender.

  2. Remove from the oven and let cool.

  3. Peel, seed and chop the peaches and tomatoes.

  4. In a blender or food processor, combine the peaches, tomatoes, cucumbers, water, garlic, sherry and olive oil. Process to desired smoothness.

  5. Season with salt & pepper.

  6. Chill well.

  7. Just before serving, add half of the herbs and adjust seasoning.

  8. Spoon into bowls.

  9. Garnish with the remaining herbs and minced bell peppers. Drizzle with a titch more EVOO.

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