Winter Carrot Soup
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Soups
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 5
 

Ingredients:

1 Tablespoon Safflower oil
1 medium carrots, grated
1 medium Onion, chopped
4 Cups Vegetable stock
6 Ounces Can Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Soy sauce
1/2 Teaspoon Thyme
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
 

Preparation:

GARNISH: scallion curls or Herbed Garlic Croutons (optional). In Dutch oven or 4-5 qt saucepan, heat oil. Stir in carrots and onion; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, increase heat, and cover. When mixture reaches a boil, reduce heat to med and simmer for about 5 minutes. Top with garnish if desired. VARIATIONS: - add 1/2 cup raisins-cook soup until they are plump and tender.