Carrot Soup with Potatoes and Cream

Carrot Soup with Potatoes and Cream
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    135

A vibrant and velvety soup that beautifully marries the sweetness of carrots with the earthy notes of potatoes, enriched by a touch of cream. Perfect as a comforting starter or a light meal, this soup is a symphony of flavors that will warm you from the inside out.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    22 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    929 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted and slightly foamy, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent and softened, about 5-7 minutes.

02

Step

Add the chicken broth, sliced carrots, sliced potatoes, herbes de Provence, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently until the potatoes and carrots are very tender, about 25-30 minutes.

04

Step

Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender, filling it no more than halfway. Secure the lid tightly and cover with a kitchen towel to prevent splattering. Start blending on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until completely smooth and creamy. Alternatively, use an immersion blender directly in the pot until the soup reaches your desired consistency. (10 minutes)

05

Step

Divide the soup evenly among eight bowls. Gently swirl about 1/2 tablespoon of heavy cream into each bowl. Garnish with a fresh parsley sprig and serve immediately. (5 minutes)

For a richer flavor, roast the carrots and potatoes before adding them to the soup. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
To make this soup vegan, substitute the butter with olive oil or vegan butter, use vegetable broth, and omit the heavy cream or replace it with coconut cream for a similar richness.
The soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop before serving. You may need to add a little extra broth to thin it out if it has thickened during storage.

Darryl Homenick

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 44 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Dolly Okon

    I think it tastes even better the next day!

  • Alfred Conroy

    This soup is incredibly easy to make and tastes amazing! My family loved it.

  • Jace Rowe

    Freezes really well - perfect for meal prepping!

  • Barney Deckow

    I used vegetable broth to make it vegetarian, and it was still delicious.

  • Hortense Torphy

    The roasted vegetables tip is a game changer! So much flavor.

  • Bertram Jerde

    I added a pinch of nutmeg as suggested and it was the perfect touch.

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