Comments on: Classic French Carrot Soup (Potage Crécy)

By: Audrey

Audrey — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:21:05 +0000

In reply to heather. Lovely, Heather! Love hearing when readers have their own gardens and use their own produce, food always tastes a bit more special that way. And you're absolutely correct, it's a very simple, humble soup that goes absolutely perfect with a nice loaf of bread. So glad you enjoyed it!

By: heather

heather — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:28:29 +0000

Came across your recipe on pinterest and made this soup today using our need to be used garden carrots. The soup is delightful and easy to make. Paired it with some sourdough toast for lunch. Thank you!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:58:51 +0000

In reply to Amanda.

Love it, Amanda! Many French recipes are rooted in the mentality of “tough times”, as European history has had many of these moments. But that doesn’t mean the reicpes can’t be delicious and this soup is definitely testament to that. So glad you and your husband enjoyed this recipe and that you still decided to add the crème fraiche – you can almost never go wrong! Merci 🙂

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:29:16 +0000

The first words my husband said after a mouthful of soup said it all “Please make this soup again”. I loved everything about this soup, especially the texture. Even before the crème fraiche was added, the texture was so creamy and velvety! But naturally I added the crème fraiche anyways… I think the idea of thickening the soup with boiled rice is genius and it’s a great way to make use of economic ingredients in a tough time. I always have excess carrots so this is a great way to use them up in winter!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:13:57 +0000

In reply to Jenna Kinghorn. Thank you so much, Jenna! And absolutely, this soup is packed with vitamins and just warms you right up! Comfort in a bowl...

By: Jenna Kinghorn

Jenna Kinghorn — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 16:51:41 +0000

Delicious! I just made it today after battling a cold. Perfect for boosting the immune system for sure

By: Laurie

Laurie — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 18:37:25 +0000

Ok – now thanks to Judith we have no excuse for not accompanying this lovely recipe with creme fraiche. I am really into soup making these days, with the winter storms that have arrived with a vengeance. These posts were a reminder to make the carrot soup again. And the creme fraiche will work very well with other soup offerings. Bon appetit!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Sat, 28 Jan 2023 15:44:50 +0000

In reply to Judith Pusateri. Thank you so much for the review and the recipe! Much appreciated!

By: Judith Pusateri

Judith Pusateri — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 20:15:34 +0000

In reply to Audrey. Had the soup last night with chicken broth….it was delicious! A keeper. I stir 2 ups of heavy cream with 3 TBLS of cultured buttermilk. Cover with cheesecloth (i put a rubber band around the top of the jar. Set on the counter for 24 hours until thickened. Then stir and refrigerate for another 24 hours before use. It is Chef John’s recipe from All Recipes. It is very good and last quite a long time.

By: Audrey

Audrey — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:14:48 +0000

In reply to Laurie. It's very accessible and easy to find here (and also very affordable) but I would also love to know... Nothing is better than homemade!