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Heat in a soup pot over medium-low heat until the butter is melted:
1/4 cup water or stock
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
Add and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned, 5 to 10 minutes:
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
Stir in:
4 cups Chicken Stock or any vegetable stock
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and coarsely chopped
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the carrots are tender, 15 minutes. Puree until smooth. Return to the pot and stir in:
1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Salt to taste
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Simmer briefly and ladle into warmed bowls. Garnish with:
Chopped fresh parsley, snipped fresh dill, or snipped fresh chives
Serve with:
Croutons or crackers