2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded and cut into large
pieces
1 medium size green pepper, chopped in large pieces
1 medium size red pepper cut in four pieces
1 onion quartered
2 garlic cloves chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
4 cups cubed bread with crust removed
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
1/4 teaspoon of pepper
Add salt to taste
Directions
In a blender, cover and process a cup of tomato juice and half of the tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onion, thyme and garlic until chopped. Repeat. Pour in a large bowl or container.
Place vinegar and remaining juice in the blender. Add the bread; cover and process until smooth. Add to the vegetable mixture; stir in oil , pepper and salt.
Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving. This is optional: to garnish with sour cream, croutons and parsley.