- 3 red bell peppers
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with juice
- salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place the bell peppers on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Roast for 25 minutes or until the skins are charred.
- Remove from oven and place in a plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the skins and discard.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with juice. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add roasted peppers and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and blend soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
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