Description
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Cream of Celery Soup, a comforting and creamy blend of fresh celery, onions, and aromatic garlic. This easy-to-make soup is a perfect way to warm up on chilly days.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the broth, ensuring no lumps form.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the celery is very tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the milk or cream and heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and use plant-based milk and vegetable broth.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
