At the Loblaw livelifewell blogger and media session we were treated to a lovely soup that both Reg and I adored. It was very light and flavourful, perfect for this time of year where we are transitioning to “better” weather, AKA moving from snow to freezing rain. We still need soup!
I liked it so much I made it just two days after the media session and we ate it all weekend.
The recipe says to use a medium sauce pan but I recommend more of a big soup pot like the one I used. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 thinly sliced medium leeks (white and light green parts) and 2 tbsp finely chopped ginger. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes stirring frequently until softened.
BTW, I am thrilled my Superstore is now selling leeks individually instead of in bundles of four. Much easier to carry home and less of a foodie commitment.
Add 3 cloves of chopped garlic. Cook for 1 minutes.
Stir in 4 sliced carrots and 1 large sweet potato cut into chunks.
Add 1/2 tsp curry powder.
Add 1 900 mL package of chicken broth and 2 1/2 cup water.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until veggies are soft.
Stir in 1/2 cup of orange juice and 1/2 tsp salt.
Using an immersion or stand blender, puree until smooth.
Foodie Results
I was impressed my immersion blender mostly worked! Normally it does not break down a soup at all but I was using my blender to make our smoothies so I had to give it a shot and I am glad I did! There were still some chunks but it mostly broke down the veggies. Nice!
Instead of dolloping with Greek yogurt which I did not have at the time I used sour cream. This soup is quite thin and light but needs that additional creaminess to bring it altogether.
I made a whole batch of this soup, we ate it for three days with sandwiches and did not get bored. In fact, because I kept heating and reducing the soup, the thicker and even more flavourful it got so we liked it more and more. The ginger and curry go wonderfully with the carrot and the sweet potato, creating warmth and depth. A very simple soup with bold but not overpowering flavours.
We both loved it and I will make it regularly, especially now that I can buy a lone leek to make it with basic ingredients I usually have in the house. This makes it quite economical as well which rocks.
I give this recipe four and a half out of five wooden spoons.
Yummmmm! I made a batch yesterday… mine just wasn’t as thick as theirs. I think two of my carrots just weren’t ‘big’ enough. Lots of leftovers though, so I’m hoping today it will be perfect!
The Lone Leek? Hi yo, Silver, away!
Mmmm, the soup sounds so lovely and warm. LOVE the colour, what a perfect way to brighten your lunch or dinner 🙂
I’m trying to make this soup right now. I think my sweet potato was too large… Oops! I would be helpful if you sometimes posted a pic of your raw ingredients so your readers could get an idea of size. Thanks!! BTW, LOVE your blog. I also have your brownies in the oven!
How did the soup turned out Laura? Sometimes I do show the chopped mis en place. I thought the photos this time did show quantity but I will keep that in mind, thank you. How did the brownies turn out? I hope as ooey and gooey as mine, LOL. Thanks for the feedback Laura, it helps!
The soup was okay. I think I would give it 3.5 wooden spoons. The orange juice taste threw me for a loop. Maybe my sweet potato was actually too small??
I made the brownies too, but I think I did something wrong. The batter was not a smooth dark color. It was a lighter brown and thick – I had to spoon it onto the brownie pan. Not sure where I went wrong… Nevertheless, I LOVED them. I put them in the freezer and yummy!! They totally reminded me of two-bite brownies (which I love!) Needless to say, the whole pan is gone with help from my hubby. 🙂 I would give them 4.5 wooden spoons because I am still hunting for an even fudgier brownie recipe…
I think your sweet potato might have been too small, I didn’t notice the orange that much. I will add more mis en place photos from now on, thanks to you!
The batter for the brownies didn’t have to be smooth. It was probably lighter because of the kind of chocolate you used, which is fine. So glad they still ended up being a hit and that you loved them! 🙂