Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Chop one medium onion and four cloves of garlic, and set them aside.
- Measure two cups of roasted red peppers, four cups of broth, one cup of heavy cream, and eight ounces of gouda cheese.
Cooking
- In a large pot, drizzle two tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about five minutes until translucent.
- Follow with minced garlic and stir for an additional minute.
- Stir in the roasted red peppers and broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for about ten minutes to let flavors meld.
- Remove from heat and blend until silky smooth.
- Return to heat, stir in Gouda cheese until melted.
- Slowly add in the heavy cream until desired creaminess is reached.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot, optionally topped with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
Notes
Roasting red peppers until charred adds depth of flavor. Adjust cream and seasoning to your taste. Homemade broth is preferred for richness.