Ingredients

1 cup chicken broth1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon paprika1 cup coarsely chopped cooked shrimp (6 ounces)1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup grated Romano cheese, divided1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepperDash hot pepper sauce

Preparation

In a small saucepan, bring broth and roasted peppers to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.

Transfer to a blender; cover and process until pureed. Return to the saucepan. Add sugar and paprika; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add the shrimp, cream, 2 tablespoons cheese, salt, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with remaining cheese.