Carrot, Orange & Cilantro Soup

1 t Vegetable oil

1 lb Carrots, sliced

6 oz Onion, chopped

2 md Oranges, grated & squeezed

1 1/2 pt Vegetable stock

2 tb Cilantro, chopped

1 t Salt

Pepper, to taste

Heat oil in a soup pot. Add the carrot & onion. Cover & saute for 10 minutes, without browning. Shake the pot occasionally. Add the orange zest & orange juice, stock, cilantro & the rest of the seasonings. Bring to a boil, cover & simmer for 45 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly. Pour soup into a blender & puree until smooth. Return to pan & re-heat. Serve hot. Elizabeth Brand, "Vegetables"