Cream of Celery Soup Recipe
American · Soup · 40 min total
A velvety, comforting soup that highlights the subtle, earthy flavor of celery, perfect for a light lunch or starter.
10
min prep
30
min cook
4
servings
280
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups chopped celery (about 8 stalks)
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add celery and potato; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches and blend carefully.
- Stir in heavy cream and heat through over low heat. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with celery leaves or a drizzle of cream.
Tips
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently.
- This soup freezes well; omit cream before freezing and add after reheating.
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