Indian Spiced Vegetable Chickpea Soup

Method

1. 1

   In a large pot heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, celery and carrot and sauté until soft.

2. 2

   Add the vegetable broth, potatoes, tomatoes, chickpeas, garam masalas, turmeric and ginger and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and add salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Puree half of the soup in a blender and return to the pot.

5. 5

   Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm with bread.