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Creamy Carrot Soup


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy carrot soup perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 900 g Carrots
  • 1 litre vegetable stock
  • 150 g Boursin cheese (divided)
  • 1 small Onion
  • 30 g Unsalted butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • to taste chive
  • to taste chili flakes
  • to taste olive oil
  • to taste crusty bread

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into small chunks.
  2. Heat butter (or olive oil if preferred) in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion and carrots, then sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Pour in the vegetable stock, season with salt and black pepper, and stir to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the carrots are very soft.
  5. Remove from the heat. Add the 100g Boursin cheese and (using an immersion blender or a blender) blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chives, red pepper flakes, and crusty bread. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • This soup can be served warm or chilled.
  • For a vegan version, substitute Boursin cheese with a plant-based alternative.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soups
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg