Ingredients:
- 4 red bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices bread
- 8 slices cheddar cheese
- Butter for spreading
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 400F 200C
Place red pepper halves cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Roast for 20-25 minutes or until skins are charred
Remove peppers from oven, place in a bowl, and cover tightly with plastic wrap
Let sit for 10 minutes, then peel off charred skins
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat
Add chopped onion and minced garlic, saut until softened
Add roasted red peppers, tomatoes with their juice, vegetable broth, basil, and oregano to the pot
Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes
Using an immersion blender or regular blender, pure the soup until smooth
Season with salt and pepper to taste
For grilled cheese: Preheat a skillet over medium heat
Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread
Place cheese slices between the buttered sides of bread to form sandwiches
Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side
Serve the soup hot, accompanied by grilled cheese sandwiches
Enjoy






