This Spiced Carrot and Apple Soup is a perfect autumn dish that combines the sweetness of carrots and apples with warming spices.It's easy to make, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, and serves 4-6 people.
2medium applesabout 1 lb or 450g, cored and chopped
1large oniondiced
2clovesgarlicminced
4cups1 liter vegetable broth
1tspground cinnamon
½tspground nutmeg
½tspground ginger
¼tspground cumin
2tbspolive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for added creaminess
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
Add chopped carrots and apples. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle in all the spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cumin) and stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until carrots are tender.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. (Alternatively, carefully transfer to a blender in batches.)
If using, stir in cream or coconut milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.