Gingered Carrot Soup

33 Reviews

“Infused with lots of grated fresh ginger and a hint of garlic, this creamy carrot soup is the perfect start to an autumn lunch or dinner.” - by Kitchen Basics® Real Cooking Stocks

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
1/4 cup grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups Kitchen Basics® Original or Unsalted Chicken Stock
4 cups sliced peeled carrots
1/2 cup evaporated milk (or for an alternative with less fat, use half and half)
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

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Original recipe yields 4 servings

Directions

Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and 1/4 cup minced ginger and saute until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes. Add 3 cups chicken stock and 4 cups sliced carrots. Cover and simmer until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.
Working in batches, puree mixture in blender or processor. Return soup to saucepan over low heat. Mix half and half and cumin. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
187 cal
9%

Fat
9.5 g
15%

Carbs
19.3 g
6%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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TheRods

Oct. 20, 2011

"Great soup alternative for a cool fall night. I noticed the ingredient list shows 4 cups chicken stock but directions call for only 3 cups. I used 3 and the soup came out creamy...just right. I did..." See moren't have cumin but substituted rosemary..worked fine."

anna313

Nov. 6, 2011

"I'm not a huge carrot fan, but found this recipe because I needed to use up some carrots. The recipe is delicious, so I have made it many times since. I use skim milk instead of evaporated milk or h..." See morealf and half it make it healthier. Still very delicious even with the skim milk."

IreneP

Nov. 9, 2011

"I followed the recipe without straying. I burned the first batch of onion, ginger, and garlic, because it took much less than 8 minutes on the stove. The soup is full of flavor, and quite filling!..." See more"

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