#9 Curried Parsnip Soup with Ginger

I am really loving these Indian spices.  Blended with parsnips is perfection itself. Yum! 


Curried Parsnip Soup with Ginger


1 T. oil or butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 large leek, sliced
4 c. parsnips, sliced
4 carrots, sliced thinly
4 T. grated fresh ginger root or 1 T. ginger root powder
2-3 garlic cloves, chopped finely
grated zest of 1/2 orange
8 c. water or broth
1 c. orange juice, fresh
salt and pepper
chopped chives for garnish


1.  Cook onion and leek in butter or oil for about 5 minutes.
2. Add carrots, parsnips, ginger, garlic, orange zest and water.  Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour until vegetables are tender.
3.Remove from seat and set aside to cool slightly.  Blend until smooth, adding orange juice.  Return to pan and reheat gently.  Serve with chives.