3 garlic cloves, mashed
1 onion, chopped
5 tomatoes, ripe, peeled (or 1 24oz can)
1 cup beef broth
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons cider or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
1 diced paprika
1 green pepper, medium chopped

Combine garlic and onion in blender and blend till smooth. Add the remaining ingredients; cover the container and blend the mixture till it is smooth. Chill soup thoroughly.

Serve in separate dishes along with the soup, finely chopped cucumbers, green peppers, tomatoes, onions and croutons.

4 servings.