Reviewed: Jan. 16, 2002

I've had this soup 3 times in the last month. I love it. One small thing I did that brings out the flavors even more was adding lemon juice to taste. My only complaint was I could not find Chili Paste. I had to substitute something that (I hope) is similar.

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NSSCHWA

Reviewed: Feb. 11, 2002

I love this soup, and now get free carrots from my friends garden if I give him some of this soup in return. I did ,however, put in less chile paste than called for, otherwise it's too hot for me.

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BAGGER

Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2002

This is delicious! Of course I added more garlic, cilantro and chile paste than called for - I love a lot of flavor. I added a dollop of non-fat sour cream on top and it was the perfect compliment to the sweet/spicy flavor of the soup. Very good!

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Shelley W

Reviewed: Feb. 18, 2003

I served this at a mexican feast that I made for a friends birthday. Everyone loved it, especially the men. They asked me to give their wives the recipe. I used a little chili powder and some very hot sauce instead of the chili paste. Worked great. this will be a staple in our house from now on. bye bye tomato soup.

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SONGBIRDI

Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2003

I made this into Cilantro lime and black bean soup. Used this recipe as the base. I won't add carrot next time I make it for orange soup is not appealing and carrot adds zero flavor. I used about 4 squeezed limes and a ton of cilantro to taste. Very good!

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veggigoddess

Reviewed: Dec. 14, 2003

This is fantastic! I use some extra cilantro b/c I love it, but is just fine as is. Nice and light, great first course for a heavier mexican feast!

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SWOODYUT

Reviewed: Jun. 5, 2004

This is an excellent soup! I don't blend it at all and I triple the amount of cilantro. I've made this one again and again!

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LAALETHEA

Reviewed: Jun. 10, 2004

Delicious!!! I did not have chili paste and used chili powder instead. Instead of a peeled potato, I used the flaky stuff from the box (lazy!) after blending which worked great in thickening the soup. I love cilantro, so I used way more than the recipe called for. I added half of the chopped cilantro after the mixture was blended which preserves its taste better. At the very end, I added a little lemon juice which made even more perfect. Thanks for sharing!

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VICKY9999

Reviewed: Oct. 11, 2004

Can you spell YUM?!!?! Easy and simple recipe. I bought 10 lbs. of carrots accidentally and didn't want any to go to waste. Carrot soup was the perfect answer. Low-fat, low-cal, tastes great and FILLING! I added 4 whole cloves of garlic, didn't peel anything (except the onions) and boiled it all together. Pureed the mixture, added 2 Tbls. cilantro, extra chili powder and juice from a whole lime. If you don't have chili paste, use chili powder, salt and vinegar (base ingredients to chili paste). This soup defined comfort food!! I will definently make it again! This would be a great starter for a Thanksgiving feast. Oh!! I also added 2 extra carrots! ;0) Enjoy!!

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DOMESTICDIVA1

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Modesto, California, USA

Living In: Denver, Colorado, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 27, 2004

I'd never made carrot soup before but my husband and I were very pleased with how this turned out. I used chile powder, since that's what I had. I also used frozen hashbrowns to save time. The only other real change I made was to add about 3/4 can of condensed milk in the last five minutes (made it nice and rich). Then I put it all in the blender (solids first). Once dished into bowls I put in a little cilantro for garnish. Yummy! Next time I think I'll put some cayenne in for heat. I Baked breaded chicken (to which I added chile powder to tie it in) and steamed broccoli to go with it. It tasted really good after a bite of broccoli but just okay after a bite of chicken. Just an FYI. I think it'd be good with mexican food. Can't wait to enjoy more soup tomorrow!

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