Soup Carrots and Ginger

Soup Carrots and Ginger
Ingredients:

• 4 cups of water
• 3cups carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 1/2 cups sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, crushed (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbs fresh ginger grated
• 2 tbs olive oil
• 1 tbs garam masala or curry powder
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or cayenne powder
• 1 tbs of sour cream or thick yogurt(optional)
• 1/2 tsp black ground pepper(optional)
• 2 sprigs of cilantro chopped (optional)

Method: Heat oil over medium heat in a large pot. Saute garlic, onions and ginger till the onions are clear. Add salt, garam masala or curry powder, cayenne powder and stir for 2 minutes. Add the carrots and sweet potatoes. Stir to mix thoroughly and add water. Bring to a boil, then lower to simmer. Cook until the carrots are tender, stirring frequently. Turn off the heat and let it cool for five minutes. Puree the contents and sprinkle cilantro and ground pepper to taste. Add a dollop of yogurt while serving.
Tips: Substitute rasam powder for garam masala for a variation. Serve soup with bread sticks or garlic bread.