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Creamy Carrot Soup
Creamy carrot soup is a light, tasty dish that's beyond easy to make. Half-and-half gives it a creamy texture while lemon zest and juice brighten the flavor.
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 50 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Ree Drummond📖 thepioneerwoman
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●blender
- ●bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
To a large pot, add the carrots, chicken broth, garlic, and lemon zest. Simmer over low heat until the carrots are tender, about ⏱️ 20 minutes. Remove from the heat.
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2
Transfer to a blender, and blend until smooth. Add the half-and-half and juice of half a lemon, stirring to combine. Add the nutmeg, salt, and pepper, to taste.
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3
Return the soup to the pot, and heat until just warm. Serve in bowls topped with basil.
Nutrition Facts
calories
136 Calories
fat Content
8 g
fiber Content
3 g
sugar Content
7 g
sodium Content
279 mg
protein Content
4 g
trans Fat Content
0 g
cholesterol Content
21 mg
carbohydrate Content
11 g
saturated Fat Content
4 g
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