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2 (14.5 ounce) cans tomatoes with liquid, minced2 cups vegetable juice2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper8 drops hot pepper sauce1 (5.5 ounce) package seasoned croutons1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced1 medium green pepper, diced1 bunch green onions with tops, sliced

4 fresh figs1/2 cup pine nuts4 peaches, halved and pitted1/4 cup white sugar1 cup white wine1/2 cup brandy

1 1/2 pounds beef top sirloin, thinly sliced2 tablespoons white cooking wine1 cup pear juice1 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 cup soy sauce1 tablespoon white sugar2 tablespoons Asian (toasted) sesame oil1 tablespoon minced garlic2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon sesame seeds1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, halved (optional)1/2 onion, chopped (optional)

2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon water1/2 cup red wine vinegar2 cloves crushed garlic1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 cup white sugar1 1/3 pounds salmon fillet