I’m Susan, owner and proprietor of my little yellow farmhouse in the middle of suburban Chicago. I cook regularly for a large varieties of tastes, all in the same family. I started cooking over 25 years ago to bring the people I love together. You will probably see their names crop up from time to time, as well as neighbors, who all share our table. They are a constant source of ideas, inspiration and encouragement.

At Potluck Wednesday, you get a glance into our lives, to see what worked and what didn’t work at our dinner table. We test our recipes a minimum of three times to be sure our directions will work for you. If you ever have any questions, be sure to email me. I’m here to help you.

So, pull up a chair. Don’t be afraid to put your feet up. Welcome to the neighborhood. We’re so glad you are here.

Susan

Roasted Carrot Soup with Ginger

Roasted Carrot Soup with Ginger

Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Prep Time: 1115 Minutes
Total time: 18 Hour 55 Minutes
Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into spears
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (a little less if you are using jarred nutmeg)
  • 6 cups of vegetable stock or carrot juice or a mix of both

Instructions

1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
2. Roast carrots in oven for about 20-25 minutes, until a little dark around the edges.
3. Saute onion, garlic and ginger in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil until onion is soft but not browned.
4. When onion mixture is soft, add 6 cups of vegetable stock or carrot juice.
5. Add bay leaf.
6. Add roasted carrots, simmer another 10 minutes.
7. Remove the bay leaf.
8. Puree in a blender, immersion blender or food processor. Add a little more liquid, if it’s too thick.
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