Soup for the Ventos — Les Petites Gourmettes

Ingredients

• 2 bell peppers; red, orange, and/or yellow
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 pounds cubed butternut squash
• 5 to 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• Zest from 1 large orange