Cream of Carrot Soup a la Alexandria

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Soups
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 2
 

Ingredients:

1 can chicken broth
6 medium carrots -- cut in tiny pieces
1 cup cottage cheese, creamed
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 cup celery -- chopped fine
1 cup onion -- chopped fine
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package croutons -- optional
 

Preparation:

In a 3-qt. saucepan, combine the chicken broth, carrots, celery, and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Transfer the mixture to a blender container. Add the cottage cheese; cover and blend until the mixture is smooth. Return the mexture to the saucepan. Stir in the milk, salt, and pepper; heat through, but do not boil. Transfer to serving dish. Add a dollop of yogurt. With a spoon gently swirl to add a nice design and sprinkle wit h croutons, if dersired.