Cream of Carrot Soup Porkkanasosekeitto
Cream of Carrot Soup, or Porkkanasosekeitto, is a comforting Finnish classic that highlights the natural sweetness of carrots in a velvety, blended soup. This recipe combines tender carrots, creamy potatoes, and rich heavy cream with aromatic onion and garlic to create a beautifully smooth and flavorful dish. A touch of ground white pepper and optional fresh parsley elevates the recipe, making it irresistibly delicious and perfect for a chilly evening. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or as an elegant starter. Packed with wholesome ingredients like vegetable broth and fresh carrots, this creamy carrot soup is a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome, hearty, and nourishing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 800 grams carrots
- 1 large onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 200 grams potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 liter vegetable broth
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots and potatoes into small chunks to ensure even cooking.
Peel and chop the onion and garlic finely.
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the sliced carrots and potatoes to the pot and stir to coat in the butter and aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the vegetables are fully submerged. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until the carrots and potatoes are tender.
Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), puree the soup until smooth and velvety.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and ground white pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Simmer the soup on low heat for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors, but do not let it boil.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your comforting bowl of Porkkanasosekeitto!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1865 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.9 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 5516 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.2 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.1 g | 150% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 5792 mg | 123% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
