A rainy Saturday with nowhere in particular to go after a week of running around nonstop, plus struggling, as a family, with various colds and severe allergies, puts me in the mood for soup. The mystery of soup and its healing qualities is one I do not at all understand, but that I sincerely believe in. Today I want something that will be rich in vitamins, smooth and creamy, with some fresh ginger involved. This recipe is adapted from a Molly Katzen recipe, but modified both to make preparation more streamlined, and based on what I had available in the fridge and pantry.
This soup turned out exactly as I had hoped - a wonderful balance of sweet and savory, with a creamy richness that I couldn't believe resulted from a dairy-free recipe. Knowing that we are getting a nice dose of vitamins and minerals from the carrots and potatoes, in addition to the myriad of health benefits from eating ginger, adds to the pleasure. All in all, this took about 30 minutes to make, start to finish. Not bad for a whole-foods-based, non-processed, nutrient-rich lunch. Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 2 Tbsp olive oil and/or butter 2 cloves minced garlic 2 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated 1 tsp salt A dash of any or all of the following: cumin, dried mint, fennel seed, black pepper, cinnamon 4 cups water 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped into pennies 1-2 small potatoes, peeled and chopped (I would have used sweet potatoes if had them) 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil over medium heat. After the onion softens, add garlic, ginger, salt, and seasonings. Let cook for 5 minutes more. While that cooks, boil 4 cups of water in a kettle. Peel and chop carrots and potatoes. 2. Add water, carrots, and potatoes to the pan. Stir and let cook for 15 minutes, or until carrots are soft. Add the lemon juice. 3. Blend using an immersion blender, or run through a regular blender or food processor. Soup should be smooth and creamy.
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AuthorI'm Emily. I currently work in online education management, but I also have a Masters degree in Nutritional Sciences (my true passion). In addition, I am a mom, cook, avid reader, novice gardener, and enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities. On my blog, you will find articles on food, fitness, weight management, and eating issues. ALL recipes on my blog are gluten-free. Many are low-carbohydrate. Most are grain free. Enjoy! Categories
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