Description
Enjoy a bowl of Homemade Cream of Celery Soup that offers a rich and creamy flavor, easy preparation, and a heartwarming experience, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Butter (3 tablespoons)
- Medium onion (1, diced)
- Celery (7 ribs, diced)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- All-purpose flour (2 tablespoons)
- Chicken broth (3 cups)
- Heavy cream (½ cup)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Chives (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until bubbling and fragrant.
- Add diced onion, celery, and minced garlic; sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until soft and aromatic.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir; cook for about 2 minutes to remove the raw taste.
- Gradually add chicken or vegetable broth, stirring continuously; simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with chives before serving.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend.
For a lighter taste, consider using coconut cream or cashew milk instead of heavy cream.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
