Description
Creamy Carrot Soup is a comforting and vibrant dish that combines the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with aromatic vegetables for a delightful flavor experience. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy nights at home or as an elegant starter at gatherings. The silky texture and rich taste will leave everyone at your table impressed and satisfied. Plus, it’s packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a wholesome choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion, celery, and carrots until softened (about 6-8 minutes). Add garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover partially and cook until carrots are tender (20-25 minutes).
- Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
- Return the pureed soup to the pot. Stir in milk and cream; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg