*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Cream of Red Pepper Soup

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      tablespoons   Butter
   2      cups          Onion -- chopped
   1      tablespoon    Garlic -- crushed
   1      teaspoon      Salt
                        Freshly ground black pepper
   5      medium        Red bell pepper -- roasted
   1      tablespoon    Flour
     1/2  cup           Stock or water (I use
                        Chicken stock)
   2 1/2  cups          Milk at room temperature
     1/2  teaspoon      Cumin

Saute' onion and garlic in the butter. Add salt, pepper and cumin. 
Add peppers, stir and cover and cook on low for 10-15 minutes, 
stirring intermittently. Gradually sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring, 
for an additional 5 minutes.  Add stock, stir, cover and cook 2-3 minutes more.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then puree with milk in batches
 (if necessary).  Strain for a smoother texture. Reheat gently and serve 
with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh basil.

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