Summer Suppers Fresh From the Farmers’ Market

fresh garden peppers is a cold soup that will be ready when you are, and it’s very fast to make.

Easy Tomato Gazpacho

• 2 pounds tomatoes, quartered
• 1 cup chopped green bell peppers
• 1/2 cup chopped shallots
• 1/4 cup whole almonds
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor. Puree until you reach desired chunkiness and then chill for about an hour before serving.

Yield: 4 servings

More information

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has a resource guide for families to make the most of summer foods and encourage healthy eating.