GAZPACHO

2 quarts homemade (preferably) tomato juice
4 to 5 cloves garlic, minced
1-1/2 bunches scallions, including some of the green, split lengthwise and finely chopped
1 large sweet red bell pepper-seeded, deveined, and finely diced
2 green bell peppers-seeded, deveined, and finely diced
3 medium zucchini, grated (about 4 cups)
1 celery heart, finely diced
2 medium cucumbers-peeled. seeded, and chopped
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup tequila (optional)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Salt and freshly milled black pepper

In a large bowl, mix together all of the ingredients and chill for 4 hours.
Suggestion: Serve with avocado sandwiches.
Serves 10