Carrot Ginger Soup

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Recipe submitted by Sally Henkel

Prep time45 minutes
RecipesSoups

Description

This recipe was submitted by Sally Henkel in the 2012 We ♥ Local Food Savory Carrot Recipe Competition. Sally says, “Not only is this a vegan soup, but it's also great for winter days. The carrot and ginger medley create a savory soup, loaded with flavor. I love making this for friends and family dinner.”

Ingredients

1 onion (small size, diced)
2Clovegarlic (minced or pressed)
2Tablespoonginger, fresh (minced)
3Tablespoonolive oil
2Cupvegetable broth
10 carrots (quartered)
1Cupsoy or coconut milk
1Tablespoonmaple syrup
1Teaspoonpepper (ground)
  salt to taste (usually takes a generous amount)

Instructions

In a soup pot, heat the oil with 2 tablespoons of broth. Add the diced onion, garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for a few minutes. Add the soy or coconut milk, pepper, remaining broth, maple syrup and the carrots. Bring the pot to a simmer. Cook until the carrots are soft enough to break with a fork. Turn the burner off and let the soup cool for a minute. Puree the soup until preferred texture with a blender or immersion blender.