Creamy Red Pepper Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Red Pepper Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 (12-ounce) jars roasted red bell peppers preserved in water, drained; 1 russet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon sugar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 16 (3/4-inch thick) baguette slices, cut into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes; 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
6 cups chicken broth
2 (12-ounce) jars roasted red bell peppers preserved in water, drained
1 russet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
16 (3/4-inch thick) baguette slices, cut into 1/2 to 3/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the onions, carrots, garlic, and thyme and saute until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the broth, bell peppers, potato, wine, and sugar.
4
Bring to a simmer over high heat.
5
Decrease the heat to medium-low.
6
Partially cover and simmer until the potatoes are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
7
Cool the soup slightly.
8
Using an immersion hand blender, puree the soup in the pot until it is smooth.
9
Alternately, working in batches, puree the soup in a regular blender, taking care while blending warm liquids.
10
Season the soup, to taste, with salt and pepper.
11
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat.
12
Add the bread cubes and saute until they are crisp and golden, about 8 minutes.
13
Ladle the soup into bowls.
14
Dollop a tablespoon of mascarpone in the center of each bowl and top with croutons.
15
Sprinkle with pepper and serve.

987

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

122

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 onions, chopped, 2 carrots, peeled and chopped, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Red Pepper Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Red Pepper Soup

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