Description
Cream of Celery Soup is a comforting and creamy delight that brings warmth to any occasion. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this soup features the fresh flavors of celery, onions, and herbs, creating a rich and satisfying experience in every spoonful. It’s versatile enough to serve as a starter or a light meal on its own. Top it with homemade croutons for an added crunch that complements its smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 4 cups finely chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable stock
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and celery; cook until soft (7-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat; stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add bay leaf and broth; bring to a boil then simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or stand blender. Stir in cream and herbs; season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg