"Perfect comfort soup!"
Roasted Red Pepper Gouda Soup
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Recipe Description
Very aromatic, creamy and easy soup that everyone can make!
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Prep time: 10mins
Serves or Makes: 20
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ingredients
- 6 pieces medium bell peppers
- 1 piece red onion
- 2 pieces celery staples
- 2 pieces carrots
- 1 1/2 oz leeks
- 3 cup chicken stock
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 tsp pepper powder
- 1/3 tsp smoked powder pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup fresh shredded gouda cheese
- 1 springs of thyme
- 1 springs of rosemary
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning
- 1/3 tsp fresh Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
Method
Step 1
You can use ready-roasted peppers from a jar or make them yourself using my roasted red pepper recipe. If you make them yourself, you won’t need to add onion and garlic, as those ingredients are already included in the roasted red pepper recipe. However, if you’re using peppers from a jar, I recommend roasting onion and garlic as well, as they will enhance the soup’s flavor.
Step 2
Start by washing the vegetables and peeling the carrots. Grate the cheese using a grater with large holes, and cut the celery, leek, and carrot in half and then into pieces of about 1/2 inch (about 1 cm).
Step 3
Next, heat olive oil over low heat in a large pot and caramelize the chopped vegetables. Once the vegetables become tender, add the roasted peppers and pour chicken or vegetable stock in your choice. Then, increase the heat to medium. In the following step, add spices such as pepper powder, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, a pinch of cayenne pepper (if you prefer a spicier flavor), and thyme and rosemary if you are using store-bought peppers.
Step 4
Let the soup cook for about 10-15 minutes until it comes to a boil, allowing the aromas from the spices to infuse.
Step 5
Blend the soup until you achieve a creamy texture and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent it from burning. When the soup is hot, add the grated Gouda cheese and mix thoroughly until the cheese melts, giving the soup a creamy consistency.
Step 6
Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste. I recommend not adding salt beforehand since cheese can be pretty salty; it’s best to adjust the seasoning after adding the cheese to ensure the flavor is just right. Serve the soup topped with extra cheese and a drizzle of cream for added richness. Enjoy!