Cream of Ginger Carrot Soup
Serves 4

Ingredients
2 cups carrots, thinly sliced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup ginger liqueur
1/2 cup water
3 cubes chicken bouillon
4 tablespoons margarine
2 cups skim milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt to taste
Ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons parsley, chopped fresh

Preparation

• Simmer carrots, onions, 1/4 cup liqueur, water, chicken bouillon cubes and margarine until carrots are tender. Cool slightly.
• Puree carrot mixture in a blender or food processor. Add milk, flour, sugar and ground ginger.
• Return carrot puree to pot. Simmer until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup liqueur. Add additional milk for the preferred consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve in warmed soup bowls, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.