| 1 | Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add carrots and onions. |
| 3 | Cover saucepan and cook until vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. |
| 4 | Mix in ginger, orange peel and coriander. |
| 5 | Add 2 cups stock. |
| 6 | Reduce heat to medium-low. |
| 7 | Cover pan and simmer soup until carrots are very tender, about 30 minutes. |
| 8 | Puree soup in batches in processor or blender. |
| 9 | Add remaining 3 cups stock and half and half to soup. |
| 10 | Season with salt and pepper. |
| 11 | (can be prepared 1 day ahead. |
| 12 | Cover and refrigerate). |
| 13 | Cook over medium heat until warm. |
| 14 | Ladle into bowls. |
| 15 | Sprinkle with parsley and serve. |