Name: Carrot Ginger Soup
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp margarine (or plant-based butter such as Earth Balance); 1 1/4 lbs carrots (trimmed, sliced); 1/4 cup half & half; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/3 cup yellow onions (trimmed, diced); 2 Tbsp fresh gingerroot (peeled, minced); 3 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Carrot Ginger Soup

Velvety smooth soup of carrot, onion, fresh ginger and cream

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Servings 1 cup

Ingredients

1 Tbsp margarine or plant-based butter such as Earth Balance
1 1/4 lbs carrots trimmed, sliced
1/4 cup half & half
1/4 cup whole milk
1/3 cup yellow onions trimmed, diced
2 Tbsp fresh gingerroot peeled, minced
3 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

In stockpot over medium-high heat, melt margarine. Add carrot, onion and gingerroot. Sauté until onion is translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
Add broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer until carrots are tender, 30 to 40 minutes.
In blender, process soup on medium until smooth, 3 to 5 minutes.
Strain through China cap (aka chinois) or fine mesh strainer.
Heat half & half and whole milk.
Return pureed mixture to pot. Stir in heated milk. Return to a simmer. Do not boil.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 3.5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 490mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

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Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.

Carrot Ginger Soup