Jalapeño Popper Tomato Soup
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10Prep Time Minutes
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30Total Time Minutes
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13Number of Ingredients
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4Servings
Heat 2 tbsp (30 mL) oil in large saucepan set over medium heat; cook onion, carrots, jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, salt and pepper for 5 minutes or until slightly softened. Stir in tomatoes and broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until carrots are very tender. Stir in half of the pickled jalapeños.
Using hand blender, purée until smooth. Reduce heat to low; whisk in cream cheese until melted. Whisk in half of the Cheddar. Remove from heat; stir until melted.
Divide among 4 bowls. Garnish with remaining Cheddar, remaining pickled jalapeños and croutons.
Substitute crispy tortilla strips for croutons if desired.
Alternatively, garnish with thinly sliced fresh jalapeño peppers.
Alternatively, purée soup in a stand blender.
Jalapeño Popper Tomato Soup