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Creamy Melon Gazpacho

Entered for safe-keeping. From june 2012 vegetarian times. Spanish cooking combines sweet and savory in tapas and appetizers. please be sure to use smoked paprika. the melon's stem end should smell sweet, and the melon should not be rock-hard. preparation time includes 2 hours for chilling.

Steps

Pour 1 1 / 2 cups cold water over bread in bowl.
Set aside 10 minutes to soak.
Blend softened bread and water in blender until smooth.
Add cantaloupe , cucumber , shallot , sherry , oil , and lemon juice.
Blend until smooth.
Strain through fine sieve for smooth consistency , if desired , and discard solids.
Season with salt and pepper , if desired.
Chill 2 hours , or overnight.
Serve sprinkled with smoked paprika.

Ingredients

crusty bread, cantaloupe, cucumber, shallot, dry sherry, olive oil, salt and pepper, lemon juice, smoked paprika