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Cream of Carrot Soup

*serves 6 cups

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 1/2 lbs. fresh carrots, sliced 
• 1/4 cup heavy cream, half & half, or whole milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• parsley to garnish
• *Need a big pot and a blender 

Directions

1. Heat water and butter over medium low heat.
2. Add onion, ginger, and curry, and cook, partially covered, until tender (5-10 min.)
3. Stir in chicken broth, O.J., and carrots. Bring to boil and reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender (15-20 min.)
4. Blend all the ingredients in a blender.
5. Return it to pot and stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Heat through, but do not boil.
6. Garnish with parsley.
7. Invite friends over, break bread, and enjoy!

recipe inspired by The Joy of Cooking