Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Ingredients:

• 6 organic red peppers, roasted , peeled and seeded
• 2 tablespoons coconut butter or ghee
• 2 medium organic onions, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons roasted red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium can plum tomatoes, un-drained
• 1 3/4 cups coconut milk
• 2 cups homemade chicken broth/vegetable stock

Cooking instructions:

• In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil.
• Add the organic onions, garlic, pepper flakes and salt. Saute until the onions are soft and translucent. Be careful not to scorch the garlic.
• Add the organic red peppers, tomatoes, coconut milk and water.
• Remove from heat. Using a hand blender (or regular blender), puree until very smooth.
• Gently return to a simmer and let cook about 20 minutes before serving.

Recipe provided by Marian Williams. Marian can be contacted at mariansnutritiontherapy@gmail.com