This luxurious Cream of Celery Root Soup transforms humble celeriac into a velvety, comforting bowl of goodness. The earthy, nutty flavor of the celery root is balanced by aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of cayenne, finished with rich cream for a silky texture. It’s the perfect cozy meal for chilly evenings or a sophisticated starter for dinner parties. Simple to make yet impressive in presentation, this soup highlights the natural sweetness of vegetables without needing heavy spices. Serve it warm with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop.
Cream Of Celery Root Soup
Description
This luxurious Cream of Celery Root Soup transforms humble celeriac into a velvety, comforting bowl of goodness. The earthy, nutty flavor of the celery root is balanced by aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of cayenne, finished with rich cream for a silky texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect cozy meal for chilly evenings or a sophisticated starter for dinner parties. Simple to make yet impressive in presentation, this soup highlights the natural sweetness of vegetables without needing heavy spices. Serve it warm with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt butter in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
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Add chopped celery roots, onions, and celery; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Cover and cook until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
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Add minced garlic, celery salt, and cayenne pepper; stir for 1 minute.
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Pour in dry vermouth and boil until most liquid evaporates, about 8 minutes.
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Add chicken or vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes.
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Puree soup in a blender in batches until completely smooth.
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Return the pureed soup to the saucepan.
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Stir in whipping cream and simmer until thickened to desired consistency, about 5 minutes.
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Ladle hot soup into bowls and sprinkle with chopped fresh chives or celery leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 60.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.2g10%
- Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
- Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
- Sodium 66.2mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.5g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 0.7g
- Protein 0.4g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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