CARROT-PARSNIP BISQUE

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Warm and comforting, this delicious soup makes a pretty presentation. Easy to prepare, it's a treat to serve for family dinners and special enough for guests. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons plus 1 cup peanut oil, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound medium carrots
2 medium parsnips, peeled and chopped
4 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg and pepper. Cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Set aside 1 carrot; chop remaining carrots. Add chopped carrots, parsnips and stock to onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Remove soup from heat; cool slightly. Process in batches in a blender until smooth. Return soup to pan; keep warm. Using a vegetable peeler, shave carrot lengthwise into very thin strips. In a small saucepan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Fry carrot strips 2-3 minutes or until crispy, stirring occasionally. Drain on paper towels., Gently reheat soup; stir in cream. Divide soup among 4 bowls. Top with carrot strips and, if desired, chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Willmar Buranda
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I've never made carrot parsnip soup before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The soup turned out great and I will definitely be making it again.


Mutale Mwamba
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. It was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


MaudelHeads
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover vegetables, and this soup was a great option. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


KING BAYEZID (SURMA)
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I added some extra water and it was much better.


tamoor yousaf
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I added a bit of ginger to this soup and it really brightened up the flavor. I also used a combination of milk and vegetable broth, which made the soup even creamier.


Vanessa Krumova
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This soup was easy to make and very affordable. It's a great option for a weeknight meal.


Saini Tuifiti
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I'm not a huge fan of carrots or parsnips, but this soup was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the soup was very creamy.


Dewan Waiba
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This was the perfect soup to warm me up on a cold winter day. It was creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make.


GANG Josiah Harris
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Candice Dawson
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This soup was delicious! The flavors of the carrots and parsnips were perfect together, and the soup was so creamy and smooth.


Young Killer
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Uche Angel Juliet Ejibendu Jerry Ezike
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper, and it was much better.


Nizam ali Bukero
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. It was a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Bushra Waqar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was creamy and flavorful, and the carrots and parsnips were perfectly cooked.


Faiz Gondal
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the soup was so creamy and smooth.


Jarah Max
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This was a great recipe to use up some leftover carrots and parsnips. The soup was hearty and flavorful, and it was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Ambika pariyar Ambika
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the addition of the parsnips gives it a nice sweetness.


Hastings Simbula23
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This carrot parsnip bisque was a delightful surprise! The flavors of the carrots and parsnips blended perfectly, and the soup had a creamy, velvety texture. I added a touch of nutmeg and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, which really enhanced the flavor.