Traditionally eaten by labourers in the fields of Andalusia, this makes a quick and easy weekday lunch or casual supper. Our cheat’s version gives you a good start by incorporating ready-made ratatouille.
Chunky gazpacho
Ingredients
- 1 x 390g tin ratatouille
 - 100ml water
 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
 - salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
 - 15ml olive oil
 - 2 slices day-old ciabatta or baguette, cubed
 - 1 red pepper, seeded and cubed
 - ½ cucumber, seeded and cubed
 
Instructions
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															Put the ratatouille, water and garlic in a pot and bring to the boil. Season.
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															Remove and cool completely. Place in the fridge until needed.
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															Heat the oil in a frying pan and lightly sauté the bread until golden. Remove and drain on kitchen towel.
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		To serve, place the cold soup in serving bowls, and top with the bread, pepper and cucumber.
COOK’S TIP
If you prefer more zing, add a squeeze of lemon juice and some Tabasco, to taste.

                                							






