Golden Gazpacho

Step 1

Place the tomatoes, bread crumbs, white wine vinegar, olive oil, turmeric, curry powder, salt and water in a blender. Purée until smooth.

Step 2

Strain the soup through a fine sieve into a medium bowl, pushing it through in circular motions with the back of a ladle. Discard the pulp and taste for seasoning. (Please don't skip this step -- you need to strain the soup to achieve the silky texture.) Chill the soup in the refrigerator for about an hour, or until very cold. Stir (it may separate a bit while chilling), then ladle the soup into bowls and top with the minced chives, red bell peppers and any other condiments. Add freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

Step 3

Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost it in the refrigerator for 12 – 24 hours, until completely thawed. It may separate a little once defrosted; just stir before serving.