Basic Gazpacho

3 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled, -- seeded and chopped

1/2 pound cucumber, peeled, -- seeded and chopped

1 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup chopped red pepper

1/2 cup chopped red onion

1 teaspoon chopped garlic

1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno pepper

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1/4 cup good olive oil

12 ounces tomato juice

Salt, pepper, ground coriander 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro

1 lime -- cut into slices

6 slice toasted French bread

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor (except bread and limes), and puree until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours. Meanwhile prepare relish.