Summer soup

Summer Soup or Gazpacho
from Every Woman's Herbal

In the blender place:

Several cut-up, ripe tomatoes
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 stick celery, cut-up
1 green pepper, cleaned and cut-up
2 teaspoons basil or 2 tablespoons fresh basil
1 teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon paprika

Blend until smooth, strain through a colander, and serve cold. If you prefer warm soups you can warm it up a little on the stove