This is one of my go to recipe for soup in my home.
4 red bell pepper, cut in half and seeds removed, can use jarred roasted red peppers
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
1 pinch red pepper flakes
4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper to taste
Step 1: Place the red peppers on a baking sheet with the cut side facing down, broil until the skins are blackened, about 10 minutes, place in a sealable container and let 'steam' for 20 minutes before pinching the skins off and dicing. Skip this step if you use jarred red peppers.
Step 2: Meanwhile, toss the cauliflower in the oil, place it in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until tender and caramelized, about 20-30 minutes, mixing once in the middle.
Step 3: Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat and cook the onion until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4: Add the garlic, thyme and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
Step 5: Add the roasted red peppers, cauliflower, broth, paprika and goat cheese and simmer for 10 minutes before pureeing to the desired consistency with a hand blender.
Step 6: Season with salt and pepper and serve garnished with goat cheese.