==== Red Pepper & Carrot Soup ====

  * 1 c water
  * 1/2 c rice
  * 1/4 tsp salt
  * 2 tblsp olive oil
  * 1 3/4 c chopped onions
  * 2 c chopped carrots
  * 2 c chopped red bell peppers
  * 2 c chicken or veg stock
  * 1/2 tblsp dried dill (???) how about paprika? 
  * 1/3 c sour cream, optional

**INSTRUCTIONS**
  * Bring water, rice and salt to boil in a small pot, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. 
  * Meanwhile, heat Olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat, add onions, carrots and peppers, saute until vegetables are tender ~5 minutes. 
  * Add stock, rice and dill, bring to  simmer.  
  * Blend in food processor. 
  * Add sour cream to serve, if desired.