Red Pepper & Tomato Soup

Warm up with this vibrant Red Pepper & Tomato Soup, infused with fragrant Herbes de Provence for a rich, comforting flavor. Perfectly creamy and naturally bright, it’s one of those easy recipes, weeknight recipes, and family recipes that brings everyone to the table.

Serves 6

Ingredients

2 teaspoons EVOO
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 cup onion, diced
1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
2 teaspoons Herbes de Provence
2 large sweet red peppers, chopped
15 ounces chicken broth
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup half and half creamer
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1.  Heat EVOO in a medium stock pot on medium-low heat.  Sauté garlic & onion about 1 minute.  Add carrots and continue cooking until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.

2. Add Herbes de Provence,  stirring for another minute.  Add sweet red peppers and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.

3. Add broth and tomatoes, bring to a boil.  Cover; simmer for 25 minutes.  Stir in salt and pepper, half and half creamer and sugar.  Puree in small batches.  Reheat if needed and serve.

This Red Pepper & Tomato Soup is a simple way to enjoy bold, fresh flavors without fuss. Quick to prepare and endlessly satisfying, it’s ideal for easy recipes, weeknight recipes, or a wholesome family recipe that pairs beautifully with grilled sandwiches or fresh bread.