Carrot Ginger Creme - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 pounds carrots, cut into medium dice
2 teaspoons ground ginger
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups half-and-half
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until translucent and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrots, ginger, and vegetable broth, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until carrots are tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Transfer to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Return to soup pot, add half and half, and heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.