Creamy Carrot Soup With Scallions and Poppy Seeds Recipe

Name: Creamy Carrot Soup With Scallions and Poppy Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, coarsely chopped; 1 quart low sodium vegetable broth; 1 quart water; 2 lbs carrots, sliced 1/3 inch thick; 6 large scallions, thinly sliced crosswise; 2 teaspoons poppy seeds; ½ cup heavy cream; ½ cup milk; salt; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 quart low sodium vegetable broth
1 quart water
2 lbs carrots, sliced 1/3 inch thick
6 large scallions, thinly sliced crosswise
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup milk
salt
fresh ground pepper

1
In a large pot, melt the butter in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.
2
Add the onion, cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the broth and water along with the carrots and bring to a boil over high heat; cover and simmer over low heat until the carrots are tender, about 30 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil; add the scallions and poppy seeds and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until the scallions are softened, about 1 minute.
5
Working in batches, puree the carrot soup in a blender until smooth; transfer to a clean saucepan.
6
Stir in the cream and milk and simmer over moderate heat, stirring.
7
Season the soup with salt and pepper and ladle into bowls.
8
Garnish with the scallions and poppy seeds and serve.

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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: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large onion, coarsely chopped, 1 quart low sodium vegetable broth, 1 quart water, and more.

Yes, Creamy Carrot Soup With Scallions and Poppy Seeds 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.

Creamy Carrot Soup With Scallions and Poppy Seeds

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