Roasted Carrot Soup With Cajun Ranch Shrimp Croquettes #RSC

• 2 lbs peeled baby carrots
• 2 large shallots, cut into big chunks
• 5 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• 12 teaspoon salt, divided
• 12 teaspoon black pepper, divided
• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 12 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
• 12 teaspoon ground cumin
• 23 cup 2% low-fat milk
• 2 medium red potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
• 1 12 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 34 cups panko breadcrumbs, divided

1. Preheat oven to 425F.
2. Cut large baby carrots into 1-inch pieces.
3. Place carrots and shallots in a large baking sheet.
4. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons canola oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
5. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until vegetables are soft and begin to brown.
6. Transfer carrot mixture to a blender; add chicken broth, ginger and cumin; blend until smooth (do it in batches).
7. Place pureed vegetable in a medium pan; bring to a simmer over medium heat.
8. Stir in milk, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
9. While roasting vegetables, place potatoes in microwave-safe bowl; add water.
10. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; slit to vent.
11. Microwave on high for 8 to 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
12. Mash potatoes.
13. Add shrimps, green onion, Cajun seasoning, ranch seasoning, egg and 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs.
14. Shape into 12 patties; roll in remaining breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
15. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
16. Add 6 patties to pan, cook for 3 minutes each side or until golden brown.
17. Repeat with remaining oil and patties.
18. Divide soup into four bowls; top each with 3 shrimp croquettes.

carrots, shallots, canola oil, salt, black pepper, chicken broth, ginger, ground cumin, milk, red potatoes, water, shrimp, green onions, cajun seasoning, mix, egg, breadcrumbs

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/roasted-carrot-soup-with-cajun-ranch-shrimp-croquettes-rsc-495064 (may not work)