Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallots, thyme, and garlic; saute 2 minutes. Add broth, bell pepper, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil, and cook 35 minutes or until reduced to 1 cup. Discard thyme. Place bell pepper mixture and vinegar in a blender; process until smooth. Yield: 1 cup.
Per serving: 43 Calories; 1g Fat (15% calories from fat); 9g Protein; 7g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 469mg Sodium