This creamy celery soup is a comforting classic that transforms simple garden vegetables into a luxurious meal. By simmering fresh celery and onions until tender, then blending them with milk and a light roux, you achieve a silky, velvety texture without needing heavy cream. The flavor is bright and herbaceous, balanced by the richness of butter and a hint of white pepper. It’s an ideal dish for chilly evenings, pairing beautifully with crusty bread or a simple salad. Quick to prepare and made with pantry staples, this soup offers a nostalgic, home-style warmth that feels both elegant and deeply satisfying.
Cream Of Celery Soup
Description
This creamy celery soup is a comforting classic that transforms simple garden vegetables into a luxurious meal. By simmering fresh celery and onions until tender, then blending them with milk and a light roux, you achieve a silky, velvety texture without needing heavy cream. The flavor is bright and herbaceous, balanced by the richness of butter and a hint of white pepper. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal dish for chilly evenings, pairing beautifully with crusty bread or a simple salad. Quick to prepare and made with pantry staples, this soup offers a nostalgic, home-style warmth that feels both elegant and deeply satisfying.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped celery, chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and water.
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Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer until the celery is tender, about 15 minutes.
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Leave the vegetables in the cooking liquid and transfer the entire mixture to a blender.
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Add the 2 1/2 cups of milk to the blender and blend on high until completely smooth and creamy.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup milk, flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and white pepper until smooth and free of lumps.
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Pour the blended celery mixture into a clean saucepan and set over medium heat.
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Slowly whisk the flour-milk mixture into the hot soup.
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Cook, stirring constantly, until the soup comes to a gentle bubble and thickens slightly.
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Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and fully incorporated.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 127.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.5g9%
- Saturated Fat 3.4g17%
- Cholesterol 13.2mg5%
- Sodium 3352.5mg140%
- Total Carbohydrate 14.8g5%
- Dietary Fiber 1.4g6%
- Sugars 7.4g
- Protein 5.5g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
