Orange, Carrot & Mint Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 tablespoon butter
• 2 lbs carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large garlic clove, crushed
• 1 1/4 pints vegetable stock
• 4 fluid ounces fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped

Directions

1. 1

   Gently melt the butter in a pan.

2. 2

   Add the carrots, onion and garlic.

3. 3

   Cover, then cook over a low heat for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened.

4. 4

   Pour in the stock, bring to the boil, then simmer, partially covered. for 20 to 30 minutes or until the vegetables are very soft.

5. 5

   Take off the heat, then leave to cool for a few minutes.

6. 6

   Whizz the soup in a food processor or a blender until smooth.

7. 7

   Pour the soup back into the pan, add the orange juice and mint, then gently reheat.

8. 8

   Pour into warmed bowls and drizzle with a little cream if you like.