Carrot and Ginger Soup

 (from CitronLimette.com)

Here’s what you need:

2 T olive oil

1 small onion, chopped

½ celery stalk, diced

¼ peeled and finely chopped fresh ginger root

3 cloves garlic, minced

6 C vegetable broth

1 ½ lb carrots, peeled, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Here’s what you do:

Sautee onion, celery and ginger in large pot until soft but not brown. Add the carrots and broth and simmer until the veggies are very tender, about 20-30 minutes.  Puree the soup with an immersion blender or in batches in a food processor or blender. Season to taste. 

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