Simply Delicious Winter Soup

Vegan Carrot-Ginger Soup

This soup is simple to make and perfect to eat this time of year. Serve with crusty bread or Indian naan.

(From www.vegetarian.about.com)

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp margarine (Earth Balance)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced or grated
• 2 tsp coriander seeds
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• dash salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation:

In a large pot, cook the onions in Earth Balance until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add carrots, ginger and coriander and cook, stirring for a few more minutes. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a low simmer. Cover and cook for at least 25 minutes, or until carrots are very soft.
Transfer the soup to a blender or food processor and puree, working in batches if needed.
Add a dash of salt and pepper and serve hot, re-heating if necessary.