Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped onions
  • 3 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers
  • 1 tablespoon seeded and minced jalapeno peppers
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 cup peeled, seeded and chopped tomatoes
  • 3 bay leaves
  • Creole seasoning
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Method

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a non-reactive saucepan over high heat.
  • Add the onions, green pepper, jalapenos, garlic, thyme, and oregano.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Saute for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, bay leaves, Creole seasoning, pinch of crushed red pepper and stock.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • Pour the mixture into a blender and drizzle in the remaining 1/4 cup oil while the motor is running.
  • Pour back in the saucepan and stir in the parsley.
  • Serve warm