Ingredients

  • 2 tsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 lb. carrots, sliced thin (3 c.)
  • 1 large onion (1 c.)
  • 2/3 c. chopped celery
  • 1 1/2 c. diced potato
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. sugar
  • 4 whole cloves
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 c. chicken broth

Method

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil and add carrots, onion, celery, potato, garlic and sugar.
  • Cover and cook vegetables over low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cloves, pepper and broth and bring the soup to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and cook the soup, partially covering the pan for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
  • Remove and discard the cloves. Puree the soup in batches in a blender or food processor.