my daughter has been helping me make gazpacho lately. all you need is a blender and a not-too sharp knife for chopping. at eight, she can easily cut things like cucumbers with no problem.
gazpacho ingredients--take all these items, chop coarsely and let you little one throw them in the blender and press the buttons:
6 or 7 ripe tomatoes
1 big cucumber
some sprigs of basil, a bunch of cilantro or parsley
handful of chives
1 red bell pepper
some crushed garlic
juice from one fresh lime
a splash of balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
there's not a hard and fast way to make gazpacho, so have fun letting your kids alter the portions so you can concoct your family's own special brand. serve chilled with a basil leaf garnish. |