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Carrot Ginger

You know how they say carrots are good for your eyes, something about the Vitamin A – well in our opinion, this is the soup you want to have! Not only that, but the ginger is a great anti-inflammatory, known to reduce swelling and serious illness. Goes great with our coleslaw too.

Carrot Ginger Soup

Adapted from DrWeil.com
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Soup pot, chef's knife, grater and a blender

Ingredients

  • 1 T Olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 C Onions chopped
  • 3 T Ginger root grated or finely chopped
  • 1 Potato diced
  • 6-8 C Vegetable broth
  • Dash Nutmeg
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a soup pot, sauté garlic and ginger, stirring often, until onion is translucent
  • Add carrots, potatoes and vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then simmer until carrots are tender, about 30 minutes
  • Puree in small batches in a blender or food processor, then add a dash of nutmeg and salt & pepper, to taste
  • Serve plain, or with a cilantro garnish

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