1poundcarrots, peeled and cut into small, bite-sized pieces
1yellow onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2pounds potatoes, peeled and diced
3cloves of garlic, minced fine
1 1/2quartsvegetable or chicken broth
1medium bunch chives, chopped fine
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1cuplow-fat sour cream
1/2teaspoonpaprika
2-3 tablespoonschopped fresh dill
Instructions
In a large soup pot, over medium-low heat, cook the carrots, onions and potatoes in olive oil or butter until soft. Add the garlic and the broth. Simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes.
Remove from stove and in batches, puree the soup in a food processor. Pour soup back into pot. Add the chives, and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, paprika and dill. Ladle the soup in bowls, and garnish with the sour-cream mixture.