This delicious soup needs a wine that’s crisp and medium-bodied, such as a California pinot gris

Welch’s and Fresh Samantha’s are our favorite brands of tomato juice for this recipe — not too thick, with a bright, lively flavor. This recipe makes a large quantity because the leftovers are so good, but it can be halved if you prefer. Traditionally, diners garnish their gazpacho with more of the same diced vegetables that are in the soup, so cut some extra vegetables when you prepare those called for in the recipe. Additional garnish possibilities include simple garlic croutons, chopped pitted black olives, chopped hard-cooked eggs, and finely diced avocados. For a finishing touch, serve in chilled bowls.

Karen likes to serve this the day after Thanksgiving

Use as a replacement for canned cream soups in recipes.

I sometimes use a mix of sweet potato and carrots or just sweet potatoes, and it is very yummy!