Sweet and Hot Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
Posted By: jack Thur 12 Jan 2006 7:01 am
 
 Ingredients
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 leeks, white part only, cleaned and chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 medium red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
1 can (28 ounces) plum tomatoes, chopped, reserve juice
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
6 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation:
 

Instructions
In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add leeks, celery and peppers; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until soft. Stir in cayenne and ginger; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes with juice, broth, honey and vinegar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, 25 minutes. Remove from heat.

Cool soup slightly; purée in blender or food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Reheat if necessary and serve sprinkled with mint and parsley. Serve warm or cold.