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Sweet and Hot Red Pepper and Tomato Soup Recipe
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What You Need
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
• 6 tablespoons honey
• 2 leeks, white part only, cleaned and chopped
• 1 can (28 oz.) plum tomatoes, chopped, reserve juice
• 2 medium red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
What To Do
1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot.
2. Add leeks, celery and peppers; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until soft.
3. Stir in cayenne and ginger; cook 1 minute.
4. Stir in tomatoes with juice, broth, honey and vinegar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, 25 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Cool soup slightly; puree in blender or food processor until smooth.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Reheat if necessary and serve sprinkled with mint and parsley.
Note: This Sweet and Hot Red Pepper and Tomato soup can be served warm or cold.
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