It’s been downright freezing here the last week so today when I had a few moments to myself I decided to make one of my favorite recipes: carrot soup.
This one is made even easier because it is made in the Crock Pot, and it can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 days – perfect for lunch this week.
The recipe comes from Canadian Living’s The Slow Cooker Collection, a favorite cookbook around my house.
Carrot Potage
Ingredients:
1 tbsp each, olive oil and butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 large clove of garlic, sliced
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
4 cups chopped carrots
2 cups chopped potatoes
2 cups cubed, peeled rutabaga (I have used butternut squash or sweet potato as a substitute)
2 cups sodium-reduced chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
2 bay leaves
4 oz crumbled blue cheese (for serving)
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat; fry onion, garlic, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally until softened (about 5 minutes)
2. Scrape into slow cooker along with carrots, potatoes, rutabaga(or squash or sweet potato), broth, bay leaves and 4 cups of water. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low until vegetables are tender, about 4 to 6 hours.
4. Discard bay leaves. Using immersion blender, or in stand blender in batches, puree soup until smooth. Add up to 1 cup more broth or water if desired for thinner consistency.
5. Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with blue cheese.
I love my soup topped with blue cheese as the recipe suggests, but if you are not a fan of blue cheese any sharp, salty cheese will do.
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This sounds really yummy. I love making soups in the winter!
Mel S recently posted..Greek Inspired Barley Salad
Sounds delicious. Although I am not a fan of blue cheese (husband is) — this soup looks like it would be good for everyone in the family! Thanks for sharing :)
Cheryl @ Kids On A Plane recently posted..My Walt Disney World Goal
Cheryl – try topping it with any cheese, or bacon bits, or fresh parsley. All are great toppings!
Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel recently posted..Wonderful Food Wednesday #22
No dairy necessary, yay! I can’t eat any milk because of the nursling, so soups have been my go-to.
Christa the BabbyMama recently posted..What to Do With Children’s Artwork
Sounds delish. I just got a slowcooker and am looking for good recipes. Will try it out!
Deb recently posted..Tomato-Red Retail Therapy
That looks so yummy but EASY to make!
Elizabeth L recently posted..Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
This is going on my stove top soon! Thank you for sharing.
TK recently posted..Toddler Tales (2): Power Struggle
I don’t think I have ever tried Carrot Soup before. But this sounds delicious. I might have to try it out now;)
We are a big lover of soups in our family. What I like about this recipe is the ingredients are usually found in my fridge!! Thank you, it looks wonderful! :)