CHILLED CURRIED CARROT SOUP

Chilled Curried Carrot Soup image

Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups, serving 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 onion, sliced thin
4 carrots, sliced thin (about 2 cups)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup chicken broth
chopped fresh chives for garnish

Steps:

In a large heavy saucepan cook the onion and the carrots in the oil, covered, over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, add the curry, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the broth and 3 cups water, bring the liquid to a boil, and simmer the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the carrots are very tender. In a blender or food processor purée the soup in batches, let it cool completely, and chill it, covered, until it is cold. The soup may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Divide the soup among 4 bowls and sprinkle it with the chives.