Quarter the tomatoes and place on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. I like to line my sheets with foil, for easy removal of the tomatoes and their juices.
Sprinkle the salt and pepper on the tomatoes and roast in oven for 30 minutes, or until they start to brown.
In a soup pot, heat olive oil. Add diced peppers and spices. Saute for 3-5 minutes.
Add tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring to a boil and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
Remove bay leaves. Use an immersion blender to blend soup. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a blender and then return it to the pot.
Stir in the coconut milk and stevia or cane sugar. Add additional sweetener and salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle into bowls. Top with additional cilantro if desired, and serve with crusty bread. Enjoy!