Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Servings
Prep Time
6
people
5
minutes
Cook Time
50
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
6
people
5
minutes
Cook Time
50
minutes
Ingredients
2
tablespoons
extra-virgin olive oil
4
cloves
garlic, minced
1
medium onion, chopped
1
medium russet potato, chopped
4
cups
water
1
15-ounce jar
roasted red peppers
Salt and pepper to taste
1
tablespoon
fresh lemon juice
Sprigs of fresh marjoram or basil for garnish
Instructions
In a large saucepan, sauté garlic, onion and potato in olive oil over medium-high heat 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water and continue to cook 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Add roasted red peppers and puree soup in a blender or food processor. Simmer over medium heat 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Stir in lemon juice before serving. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.