Curried Parsnip Soup

This recipe elevates the lowly parsnip into something special--a lovely Fall soup. Although not necessary, you can enrich this soup by adding some light cream just before reheating.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1  red onion, chopped
• 4  parsnips, peeled and chopped
• 1  apple, peeled, cored and chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, crushed
• 2  teaspoons garam masala
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1  tablespoon flour
• 3 1⁄2 cups  vegetable stock
• 1  lemon, juice and rind of, grated
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Heat the oil and butter in a large pan until the butter has melted.
2. Add the onion, parsnips,apple and garlic and sauté stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables have softened, but not colored.
3. Add the garam masala and chili powder and cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds.
4. Sprinkle in the flour, mixing well, and cook, stirring constantly for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Stir in the stock and lemon rind and juice, then bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Puree the soup in a blender or food processor, being careful not to splash the hot soup.
8. Heat the soup through until piping hot.
9. Season to taste with salt and pepper.