Late Summer Peach Soup ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฒ:

Ingredients ๐Ÿ‘
โ€“ 6 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped ๐Ÿ‘
โ€“ 1 small onion, chopped ๐Ÿง…
โ€“ 2 cloves garlic, minced ๐Ÿง„
โ€“ 2 tablespoons olive oil ๐Ÿซ’
โ€“ 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth ๐Ÿฒ
โ€“ 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves ๐ŸŒฟ
โ€“ 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger ๐ŸŒฐ
โ€“ Salt and pepper to taste ๐Ÿง‚๐ŸŒถ๏ธ
โ€“ 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional) ๐Ÿฅฅ
โ€“ Fresh basil or mint for garnish ๐ŸŒฟ

Preparation ๐Ÿณ
1. Sautรฉ Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. ๐Ÿง…๐Ÿง„๐Ÿซ’

2. Cook Peaches: Add the chopped peaches to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peaches start to soften. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฒ

3. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the broth, add the fresh thyme, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the peaches are very tender. ๐ŸŒฟ๐ŸŒฐ๐Ÿง‚

4. Blend Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth. Return the soup to the pot if using a blender. ๐Ÿฒ๐Ÿ”„

5. Add Cream (Optional): If desired, stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk for a creamier texture. Heat through without boiling. ๐Ÿฅฅ

6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil or mint. Enjoy warm or chilled. This peach soup is a delightful, refreshing treat for the late summer season! ๐Ÿ˜‹๐Ÿฝ๏ธ