FENNEL AND CARROT SOUP

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I got this recipe off the internet ( I think it was in a newspaper)and it is so good. Very tasty, creamy and filling. You will swear this has cream in it!!!

Provided by riffraff

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 fennel bulbs, sliced (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup sliced carrot (2-3 carrots)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 quart chicken broth (vegetable broth can be used to make this vegetarian)
cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Trim tops& bottoms of fennel bulbs.
  • Save a few green fronds& chop for garnish.
  • Thinly slice bulbs, you should have about 4 cups sliced fennel.
  • In large saucepan, saute sliced fennel, onions, carrots in the olive oil until tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth, cover& bring to a simmer about 20-25 minutes until veggies are tender.
  • Remove from heat& puree with an immersion blender right in saucepan or in a food processor or add to a blender.
  • May take a couple of batches.
  • Transfer each batch to a clean saucepan.
  • Serve with sprinkle of chopped fennel fronds& cracked black pepper.

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