Cold Sweet Pepper Soup with Sage
The hue of this remarkably simple dish will vary depending on the variety of sweet peppers used. I like a combination of red, yellow, and orange. Makes 4 Servings


Ingredients:

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 pounds red, or a combination of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, roasted, peeled, and seeded
1 quart defatted Chicken Stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 to 3 teaspoons fresh sage, finely chopped
1 cup evaporated skim mil


Instructions:
1. Put butter in a large saucepan or a small Dutch oven, preferably with a heavy bottom, and melt butter over medium heat.

2. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.

3. Dice peppers and add to the pan.

4. Cook a few minutes, stirring do not let onion or peppers brown and then add the Chicken Stock.

5. Bring to a boil and simmer gently 30 minutes.

6. Puree in a food processor or food mill.

7. Add salt, pepper, 2 teaspoons of the sage, and the milk, and return to the pan.

8. Cook 10 minutes more without boiling.

9. Adjust seasonings and chill.




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