Spiced Carrot Purée Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2# Carrots, Peeled and Sliced ¼” Thick
• 8 oz Water
• 6 oz Butter
• 1 T Minced Garlic
• 1 T Minced Shallots
• 2 T Lemon Juice
• ¼ t Cumin
• 1/8 t Cayenne Salt to taste

Method:

1. Cook the carrots in the butter and water in an 8 qt stock pot over high heat until the water boils. Reduce to a simmer and add the shallots and garlic. Cover with a lid and cook until the carrots are completely tender. Add more water if needed.
2. Puree in the blender until the mixture is completely smooth. Add water sparingly, the puree should be thick.
3. Finish with the lemon juice, cumin and cayenne. Season with salt to taste.