Chez Mimi Carrot Soup Recipe

Name: Chez Mimi Carrot Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; 1 large garlic clove, minced; 2 cups chopped leeks, white part only; 1 14 lbs chopped carrots (about 6 carrots); ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 8 cups chicken broth; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; creme fraiche, for garnish (can also use Mexican crema); chopped cilantro, for garnish

Servings: persons

¼ cup olive oil
1 large garlic clove, minced
2 cups chopped leeks, white part only
1 14 lbs chopped carrots (about 6 carrots)
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 cups chicken broth
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
creme fraiche, for garnish (can also use Mexican crema)
chopped cilantro, for garnish

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the garlic, leeks and carrots and cook until the leeks are softened, 10 minutes.
3
Add the cumin, cayenne pepper and chicken broth.
4
Let simmer, covered, until the carrots are very tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
5
Puree the soup in a blender in batches until smooth - or use a submersion blender in the pot that you cooked it inches.
6
Serve warm or cold with a dollop of creme fraiche and a pinch of chopped cilantro or a pat of butter.

975

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

151

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup olive oil, 1 large garlic clove, minced, 2 cups chopped leeks, white part only, 1 14 lbs chopped carrots (about 6 carrots), and more.

Yes, Chez Mimi Carrot Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chez Mimi Carrot Soup

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