Barbara's Creamy Carrot Bisque

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This is my mother's soup, it is so easy and unbelievably delicious. i made it at the last minute for my new year's eve guests and i received raves. it is convinient as the vegetables can be made ahead of time and reheated with the soup with the cream/half & half with the cheese at the last minute. i use less cheese, use at your discretion!!

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Steps

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Chop all ingredients until fine in a food processor.

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In saucepan , combine first six ingredients , simmer until tender.

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Do not overcook as vegetables should retain texture.

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Put thru food processor.

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Warm cream but do not boil until it thickens.

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Slowly add broth and vegetables with seasonings and cheese.

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Makes four servings.

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Ingredients

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carrots, red potatoes, red bell pepper, celery, onion, chicken broth, heavy whipping cream, salt, white pepper, ginger, american cheese