Carrot-Based Creamy Soup (Print out)

Sweet roasted carrots blended with zesty ginger and cream create a velvety, comforting bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1½ lbs carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, peeled
04 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced

→ Liquids

05 - 4 cups vegetable broth
06 - ½ cup heavy cream

→ Seasonings

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - ½ tsp ground cumin
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

11 - Chopped fresh parsley or chives
12 - Extra cream for swirling

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F for roasting the vegetables.
02 - Toss carrot chunks, onion, and garlic with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until carrots are tender and edges are caramelized.
04 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a saucepan. Add sliced ginger and vegetable broth.
05 - Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth and velvety, or carefully blend in batches using a countertop blender.
07 - Stir in the cream and adjust seasoning to taste.
08 - Reheat gently if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and a swirl of cream.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted carrots develop a sweetness that feels almost dessert-like but stays firmly in savory territory
  • It comes together with minimal hands-on time yet tastes like you spent hours hovering over the stove
  • Leftovers actually taste better the next day, making it perfect for effortless weekday lunches
02 -
  • Hot soup expands rapidly in a blender. If using a countertop blender, work in small batches and remove the center cap to let steam escape.
  • The thickness of your soup depends on your carrots. Some varieties absorb more liquid than others, so keep extra broth handy.
03 -
  • Roasting the vegetables first instead of simmering them raw makes the difference between decent soup and incredible soup
  • The ginger adds brightness, but do not be afraid to use more if you love that spicy kick
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