Chunky Gazpacho
- 1 (46-ounce) can V8 vegetable juice, chilled
- 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Italian stewed tomatoes
- 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium green pepper, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
- 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried
- 4 to 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 (4-ounce) cans cooked shrimp, chopped (optional)
- Fresh basil for topping
