When I saw a huge jar of roasted red bell peppers at Costco, I squealed in delight. Here is a flavorsome rich soup built around some great buys from Costco: roasted peppers, whipping cream and a stick (immersion) blender. This tastes wonderful with toasted sandwiches.
Tomato and Roasted Red Pepper Bisque
12 oz. heavy cream
1 packet chicken stock concentrate or 1/2 bouillon cube
2 cloves garlic (will be really strong the next day. 1 will balance flavors)
cracked white pepper to taste or dash cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt (taste before adding due to variations of stock/bouillon saltiness)
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 grape tomatoes
12 oz. roasted red peppers, drained Note: this is measured by volume in a glass/liquid measuring cup, not measured by weight
Optional: dash sherry (when served warm) or vodka (when served cold)
Stick blender
Place ingredients in tall sturdy bowl or saucepan. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Serve cold-will be really thick, so add 2/3 cup water and 1 more packet stock. Or heat the amount you will serve/consume.
Photo by: Romulo Yanes
