Carrot Bisque

* Exported from MasterCook *

Carrot Bisque

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups/Stews

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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5 slices bacon -- chopped
1 pound carrots -- peeled and chopped
6 green onions -- chopped
1 cup chopped mushrooms
3 stalks celery -- chopped
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 cup heavy cream
salt and freshly ground pepper

1. In a stock pot over medium-high heat, sauté bacon until crisp. Add
carrots, green onions, mushrooms, and celery. Cook, uncovered, for 5
minutes. Add thyme, bay leaf, chicken broth, and water, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 50 minutes.

2. Remove bay leaf. Place soup in a food processor and process until smooth.
Return mixture to pot over low heat. Add cream and salt and pepper to taste.
Heat until warm.



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