Name: Roasted Tomato and Pepper Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 pounds ripe tomatoes; 2 red bell peppers; 1 yellow or white onion; 6 clove garlic; 1 can white beans; 3 cups water; 1 cup water; 0.25 tsp smoked paprika or red pepper flakes

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Roasted Tomato and Pepper Soup

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Ingredients

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Roasted Tomato and Pepper Soup

3 pounds ripe tomatoescored and quartered

2 red bell peppershalved and seeded

1 yellow or white onioncut into wedges

6 clove garlicpeeled

1 can white beansdrained and rinsed

3 cups waterfor soup base

1 cup waterfor the cream of bean

¼ tsp smoked paprika or red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.

Place tomatoes, peppers, onion, and garlic on pans. Roast 35-45 minutes until caramelized and tender.

Blend beans with 1 cup water until smooth.

Add roasted vegetables and pan juices to a large pot with bean mixture and remaining 3 cups water. Add smoked paprika or red pepper flakes if desired.

Simmer 20 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Blend until smooth with an immersion blender or in batches. Adjust seasoning and consistency as needed.

Serve warm with olive oil drizzle, basil, or croutons.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Maximize Roasting Depth 🔥
Roast tomatoes and peppers until deeply caramelized with charred edges—this concentrates sugars and develops complex, smoky flavors that elevate the entire soup.
Bean Purée Texture Control 🫘
Reserve some whole beans before blending and fold them back in after puréeing to create a luxuriously creamy base with satisfying texture contrast.
Smoked Paprika Blooming Technique 🌶️
Toast the smoked paprika in a dry pan for 30 seconds before adding to release its essential oils and intensify its smoky depth throughout the soup.
Garlic Char Strategy 🧄
Roast whole garlic cloves alongside the peppers and tomatoes until golden and caramelized, then squeeze the sweet, mellow paste directly into the soup for better flavor integration.
Finishing Acid Balance 🍋
Add a splash of quality vinegar or fresh lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors and enhance the natural sweetness of summer tomatoes without overpowering the soup.