CREAM OF CELERY BISQUE

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This is such a delicous soup, and another recipe that is so easy to make - This recipe can be made 24 hours ahead and refrigerated. When ready to serve, heat in medum saucepan over medium heat 5 minutes.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tbps. butter
3/4 cup onion, diced
3/4 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup carrot, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
5 tablespoons white rice
4 cups chicken broth or 4 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup light cream (half and half)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot; cook without browning, stirring constantly, 4 minutes or unitl vegetables are tender. Add thyme and rice; cook 1 minute more.
  • Add broth to saucepan; reduce to medium. Cook 15 minutes or until rice is very tender. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Purée mixture in blender with cream; serve immediately.
  • SERVING TIPS: Serve with a garnish of croutons, additional diced celery or a sprinkling of minced herbs. Makes an excellent accompaniment to any entrée featuring chicken breast.

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