Roasted Red Pepper Gouda Soup (Printer-friendly)
Creamy soup with sweet roasted peppers and melted Gouda, ready in under an hour.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 large red bell peppers, roasted, peeled, and chopped
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy & Cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese (about 3.5 oz)
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 1 cup heavy cream
→ Liquids
07 - 3 cups vegetable broth
→ Spices & Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped
13 - Extra shredded Gouda cheese (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Place whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet and broil or roast at 450°F until skins are charred, turning occasionally (about 15 minutes). Transfer to a bowl, cover, and let steam for 10 minutes. Peel off skins, remove seeds, and chop the flesh.
02 - In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the chopped roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
04 - Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a standard blender in batches, being cautious with hot liquid.
06 - Stir in the heavy cream and shredded Gouda cheese. Heat gently over low heat, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts completely and the soup achieves a creamy, smooth consistency. Adjust seasoning if needed.
07 - Ladle hot soup into serving bowls. Garnish with finely chopped fresh chives or parsley and additional shredded Gouda cheese, if desired.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The combination of roasted peppers and Gouda creates an incredibly velvety texture that feels luxurious without requiring hours of work
- Smoked paprika adds a subtle warmth that makes every spoonful feel like a hug, perfect for chilly nights
02 -
- Room temperature cream prevents any chance of curdling when added to the hot soup
- Grating your own cheese instead of buying pre shredded makes a huge difference in how smoothly it melts
03 -
- Roast extra peppers when you have the oven on and freeze them for future batches
- A pinch of sugar can balance out peppers that are not naturally sweet enough