Tomato and Red Pepper Gazpacho

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 11:31:06 GMT

Step 1

1. Soak the bread in a small cup of water for about 5 minutes. Squeeze out some of the water and put the bread in a mini food processor or a blender. Add the olives, garlic, olive oil, and 2 Tbs. water and purée until smooth, about 1 minute. (Add more water, 1 Tbs. at a time, if necessary.)

Step 2

2. Position a rack 4 inches from the broiler and heat the broiler on high.

Step 3

3. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. Put the tomatoes and peppers cut side down on the baking sheet and broil until the skins are charred and the peppers are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes. When cool enough to handle, remove the charred skins.

Step 4

4. In a 2-quart saucepan, heat the olive oil and garlic over medium-low heat, swirling the pan occasionally, until the garlic is pale golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the paprika and cook, swirling the pan, 1 minute more. Add 2 cups water, 1-1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper and boil over medium-high heat for 2 minutes to infuse the flavors. Add the baguette slices and remove the pan from the heat.

Step 5

5. In a blender, purée half of the broiled vegetables and any accumulated juice with half of the garlic broth, including the bread, until very smooth, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

6. Set a medium-mesh strainer over a large bowl and force the purée through it with a silicone spatula, pressing on the solids. Repeat with the remaining vegetables and broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours.

Step 7

7. Just before serving, season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with a swirl of the olive purée.

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