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01/13/2026

Leek Carrot Soup (gluten-free, dairy-free)

Ingredients (serves 4–6)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cups sliced leeks (white and light green parts, well rinsed)
• 3 cups chopped carrots
• 1 small yellow or white onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced (for creaminess; use white or gold)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons fresh leaves)
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 5 cups vegetable broth (gluten free)
• Juice of ½ lemon (optional, for brightness)
• Chopped fresh parsley or chives, for serving
Instructions
1. Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks, onion, and garlic and sauté 4–5 minutes, until softened but not browned.

2. Stir in carrots and potato, then add cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring, until the spices are fragrant.

3. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes, until carrots and potato are very tender.

4. Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy (or carefully blend in batches). Thin with a splash of extra broth or water if needed, then taste and adjust seasoning, adding lemon juice if you like a brighter flavor.

5. Ladle into bowls and top with chopped parsley or chives and a drizzle of olive oil.
You can add a small gluten-free note in your caption like: “Use certified GF broth and spices to keep this bowl celiac-safe.”

01/13/2026

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GFCO has always supported science-based, consumer-protective standards, and we partner with brands that want to stay ahead of the curve, not chase it. As policies evolve, the companies that prioritize reliable certification now will be the ones who stand out later.

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