Celery Cream Soup Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes | 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes | 🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🥣 Servings: 6
Description:
Imagine the aroma of homemade cream of celery soup simmering on the stove. This recipe is simple, easy, and rich in flavor. Perfect for a cozy night in or as an appetizer for a special meal.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups celery ribs, chopped
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- White pepper to taste
- Celery leaves for garnish
Instructions:
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Melt Butter: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped celery, onions, and minced garlic to the melted butter. Cook over medium-low heat until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
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Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly, to cook off the raw taste of the flour.
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Pour Broth: Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Add the bay leaf.
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Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.
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Remove Bay Leaf: After simmering, remove the bay leaf from the soup. It has infused its flavor into the broth.
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Blend: Carefully transfer the soup to a blender or food processor, and puree in small batches until smooth. Be cautious when blending hot liquids to prevent splattering.
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Add Cream: Return the pureed soup to the saucepan. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and hot sauce, if using. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
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Reheat and Simmer: Reheat the soup over low heat until warmed through, but do not boil. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.
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Garnish: Ladle the creamy celery soup into bowls and garnish with fresh celery leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
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Serve: Serve hot as a comforting appetizer or pair it with a crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
This celery cream soup is a delightful way to enjoy the crisp, refreshing flavor of celery in a warm and creamy bowl of goodness. Perfect for chilly evenings or any time you’re craving a comforting meal. Enjoy! 🥣✨
