Author Notes
this recipe basically comes from my ongoing exercise to finally love carrots - i was scarred by them & the way my mom cooked them growing up. this soup was a necessity recipe...using up something in the fridge. i've since made this on purpose several times & have friends who just love it. it could be served cold/room temp in warmer months and certainly could be gussied up with ginger or other spices. —runwithtweezers
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons
butter
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1 1/2 pounds
carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
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2
large cloves garlic, minced
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1
large yellow onion, chopped
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2 cups
vegetable stock
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2 cups
water
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4-5 tablespoons
orange juice (juice of 4 medium oranges)
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1 tablespoon
honey
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3 tablespoons
creme fraiche or yogurt, split among 4 bowls as garnish
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2 tablespoons
toasted cumin seeds, as garnish (optional)
Directions
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- Melt the butter gently in a medium saucepan then add the carrots, onion and garlic. Put the lid on the pot and cook over a low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened but not browned (about 15 minutes).
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Pour in the stock, water and a pinch of salt (if you're not using low sodium stock, save this step for last). Bring to the boil and simmer, partially covered, for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are very soft. Remove from heat and allow to cool before pureeing.
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- Pour cooled vegetable mixture in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Return puree to pot. Add orange juice and bring back to a simmer. Add honey and salt & pepper (to taste). Garnish with a swirl of creme fraiche, sour cream or yogurt and a sprinkle of toasted cumin seeds, if you choose. Serve immediately.
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