Carrot Ginger Soup

Ingredients

• 2 lb (900 g) carrots, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup coconut milk or cream, optional

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook onion in olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add garlic and ginger and cook 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add carrots, broth, salt and pepper and simmer 20–25 minutes until very tender.

4. 4

   Blend until smooth.

5. 5

   Stir in coconut milk if using and warm gently before serving.