CREAM OF CELERIAC SOUP

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This is a soup I developed in response to a contest in a British Cooking magazine. I hope that you like it as much as I do.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
1 cup sliced leek
3 cups diced peeled celeriac
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup double cream
2 tablespoons maple syrup
salt and pepper
chopped chives (to garnish) or spring onion (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over low hear; cook leeks, covered in this for 5 minutes.
  • Add celeriac and cook, covered for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; cook, covered for about 35 minutes, or until celeriac is very tender.
  • Transfer to a blender or food processor and puree in batches.
  • Pass through a food mill or sieve for an even smoother soup.
  • Return to saucepan, stir in cream and maple syrup.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Gently heat through.
  • Serve in warmed soup bowls.
  • Garnish with chives or spring onions.

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