RED PEPPER BISQUE RECIPES

Steps:

• Broil peppers 4 in. from the heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. With tongs, rotate peppers a quarter turn. Broil and rotate until all sides are blistered and blackened. Immediately place peppers in a large bowl; cover and let stand for 15-20 minutes. , Peel off and discard charred skin. Remove stems and seeds; set peppers aside., In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender; cool slightly. In a blender, combine the onion mixture, 2 cups broth and roasted peppers; cover and process until smooth. Return to the pan. , Stir in cream and remaining broth; heat through (do not boil). Stir in salt and pepper. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Steps:

• In large pot, heat clarified butter and sweat celery, onion, leeks and garlic until tender. Add roasted red peppers and tomato paste. Cook briefly then add roux and cook until roux is softened and hot. Add chicken stock and mix well with wire whip to avoid lumps. Continue to stir until soup comes to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let simmer until roasted red peppers break down. Add heavy cream and crumbled chevre cheese and again bring to a boil. Place soup in blender and puree until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and white pepper. Strain soup through china cap.