Scarlet-Ginger Soup – Catskill Animal Sanctuary

Ingredients

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup chopped shallots
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 5 or so sprigs of fresh thyme
• 2 large bay leaves
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound of red beets, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 8 cups water
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• Canned coconut milk, for finishing (optional)