Instructions: This savory soup is seasoned with nutty-flavored cumin and topped with a creamy salsa.

Prep time: 10 minutes Cool time: 10 mintes

Cook time: 45 minutes

Ready to serve: 1 hour, 5 minutes.

Cilantro sprig for garnish

In large saucepan, saute cliced carrots, chopped onion, cumin, and ginger in oil 20 minutes. Add chicken broth and 2 cups water to saucepan.

Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove saucepan from heat and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

In small bowl, combine chopped tomato, sour cream and chopped cilantro;chill until ready to serve. Place soup in batched in food processor of blender; puree 2-3 minutes until smooth. Return to the saucepan; over med/high heat, cook 5 minutes more, until heated through.

Ladle soup into bowls. Top with sour cream mixture. Garnish.

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