ROASTED-CARROT SOUP

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This warming carrot soup sized for two makes a perfect addition to a romantic Valentine's day meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small onion
1 bunch carrots (about 1 pound), peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
1 small Belgian endive, quartered lengthwise
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for seasoning
Pinch of freshly ground pepper, plus more for seasoning
1 bay leaf
2 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock, plus more for thinning
1/3 cup heavy cream or milk
1/4 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger, or to taste
Creme fraiche, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Cut onion into 8 wedges (keep root end intact to hold layers together). Toss onion, carrots, endive, oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet, and spread in a single layer. Roast vegetables, turning occasionally, until edges are deep golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Cut off root end from onion. Transfer all vegetables to a large saucepan, and add bay leaf. Add enough stock to just cover (about 2 cups). Bring to a simmer, and cook until carrots are very soft, about 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, and discard bay leaf. Puree vegetables and stock in a blender until smooth (work in batches, if necessary, to avoid filling blender more than halfway).
  • Transfer puree to a clean pan; place over low heat. Stir in cream; add stock to thin soup to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper; stir in ginger. If desired, pipe creme fraiche onto each serving, or place dollop on top.

Rayhanmd 134
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I found this recipe to be a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time, I'll use less ginger.


Munir Omar
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out bland and watery. I think I might have added too much water.


Judith Chioma
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This soup is a great source of vitamins and minerals. It's a healthy and delicious way to boost your immune system.


Nakato Peace
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I love that this soup can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Emmanuel Amama
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover carrots. It's also a very affordable meal.


Carrie Blunt
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how flavorful and creamy it was.


RAFI GAMING YT 21
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This soup is delicious and healthy. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Nk Nehal
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Messi Minhaz
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This soup is a must-try for carrot lovers! It's packed with flavor and has a wonderfully creamy texture.


Asingwire steve
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I'm not usually a fan of carrot soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The soup is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the addition of the ginger and cumin.


Bonolo Mpapa
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This soup is so good! I love the roasted flavor of the carrots and the hint of ginger. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Mickael Labbe
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I made this soup for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the rich, creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the carrots. I also appreciated how easy it was to make - I had it ready in under an hour.


Annick Kayembe
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This roasted carrot soup is a true delight! The flavors are perfectly balanced, with a hint of sweetness from the carrots and a touch of spice from the ginger. The texture is smooth and velvety, and the soup is incredibly comforting. I highly recomme