Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
This roasted red pepper and tomato soup is a rich, velvety, and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The roasted red peppers add a slight sweetness to the soup, while the tomatoes provide a tart acidity. The onion and garlic add depth of flavor, and the chicken broth adds a savory base. The heavy cream adds a touch of richness, and the salt and pepper season the soup to perfection.
This recipe for roasted red pepper and tomato soup was developed over many years of trial and error. I started with a basic tomato soup recipe, but I wasn't happy with the flavor. I tried adding different vegetables and spices, but nothing seemed to quite hit the mark. Finally, I decided to roast the red peppers before adding them to the soup. This gave the soup a much richer and more complex flavor. I also added a bit of heavy cream to the soup, which gave it a creamy and velvety texture. The result is a soup that is both flavorful and satisfying.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 red bell peppers, roasted
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Combine the roasted red peppers, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and chicken broth in a blender and puree until smooth.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a large saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve hot.
Why It Works
  • Roasting the red peppers brings out their natural sweetness and intensifies their flavor. This step is essential for creating a rich and flavorful soup.
  • Using a combination of diced tomatoes and tomato paste gives the soup a complex tomato flavor. The diced tomatoes add a fresh, bright flavor, while the tomato paste adds a deep, concentrated flavor.
  • The onion and garlic add depth of flavor to the soup. They are sautéed until softened before being added to the blender, which helps to release their flavor.
  • The chicken broth adds a savory base to the soup. It is important to use a good quality chicken broth, as this will greatly affect the flavor of the soup.
  • The heavy cream adds a touch of richness to the soup. It is important to use a full-fat heavy cream, as this will give the soup the best flavor and texture.
  • Salt and pepper season the soup to perfection. It is important to taste the soup as you are making it and adjust the seasonings accordingly.