Roasted White Eggplant Soup

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   Put the yogurt in a strainer lined with cheesecloth.

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   Set aside for 3 hours in the refrigerator.

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   Put the roasted bell pepper in a food processor or blender.

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   Puree until smooth.

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   Set aside.

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   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.

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   Place the eggplant on a baking sheet.

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   Roast until soft, about 35 minutes.

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   Set aside to cool.

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    Peel the roasted eggplant.

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    Cut in half lengthwise and lift out the small seed sacs.

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    Discard.

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    Chop the remaining pulp.

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    Combine the olive oil, onion, garlic and eggplant in a soup pot.

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    Cook until the onions are soft, about 10 minutes.

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    Add chicken broth.

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    Simmer for 10 minutes.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Ladle the soup into 4 bowls.

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    Garnish each with a dollop of thickened yogurt and a swirl of red pepper puree.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.