Creamy Red Pepper Tomato Soup
The ultimate comfort food, Creamy Red Pepper Tomato Soup is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick lunch, this easy recipe will satisfy your cravings. Ready in no time, it’s a dish you’ll want to make again and again.
Equipment
- Blender
- Oven
- Peeler
- Chef's Knife
- Wooden Spoon
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 red bell peppers stemmed, seeded, and chopped into big pieces
- 4 tomatoes vine-ripened, coarsely chopped into large pieces
- 3 garlic cloves in the peel
- 2 whole rosemary sprigs fresh
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup milk low-fat (alternatively, can use unsweetened soy or almond milk)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup scallions sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
- In a large bowl, toss together the chopped red bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic cloves (still in their peels), and rosemary sprigs. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle the kosher salt and paprika over the top. Make sure everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables out evenly on a parchment-lined or nonstick baking sheet. You want them to roast, so give them plenty of space.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when the bell peppers are tender and slightly charred and the tomatoes have released their juices.
- Once roasted, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Discard the rosemary sprigs and squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins. They should be soft and caramelized.
- In batches, transfer the roasted vegetables into a blender, filling it halfway each time. Blend until smooth. Don’t rush this step—allow the mixture to blend properly to achieve a silky consistency.
- Pour the pureed mixture into a soup pot over medium-low heat. This step allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Stir in the milk until well combined. This will give the soup its creamy texture. Continue to heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
- To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and sliced scallions. They’ll add a nice contrast to the creamy soup.
- Enjoy your delicious Creamy Red Pepper Tomato Soup while it’s hot, and let its flavors transport you to a cozy evening with loved ones.
Notes
Here are some expert tips to elevate your Creamy Red Pepper Tomato Soup experience!