Description
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Creamy Carrot Chowder, a delightful soup that marries the sweet essence of carrots with the richness of cream. Perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
Broth and Seasonings:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
- Cook Vegetables: Add carrots, potatoes, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Purée: Use immersion blender to partially purée soup for texture.
- Finish: Stir in cream, adjust seasoning, and reheat if necessary. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with coconut milk or plant-based cream.
- You can fully purée the chowder for a smoother consistency or leave it chunky for a heartier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
