Firey Red Pepper Soup

Method

• step 1

  Finely chop the peppers, onions, potatoes, parsnip and garlic.

• step 2

  In a measuring jug, combine the chicken stock cube with the corriander, cumin and chilli powder with salt and pepper, and pour 1 and 1/2 pints of boiling water to make stock.

• step 3

  Fry the onions and garlic in a little butter for 2-3 minutes, then add the pepper, potatoes and parsnip.

• step 4

  Pour the stock over the vegetables and boil. Add a handful of red lentils. Once boiling reduce the heat to simmer for 30 minutes.

• step 5

  Blend the soup using a hand blender to a smooth consistancy and serve with warm crusty bread.