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Homemade Cream of Celery Soup Recipe

Cream of Celery Soup

A comforting homemade cream of celery soup that highlights the fresh, savory flavor of celery while maintaining a smooth texture, perfect as a starter or light meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups chopped celery Fresh celery for a mild flavor
  • 1 cup onion, diced Adds sweetness and depth
  • 2 cups vegetable broth Use low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 cup heavy cream For creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
  • salt to taste salt Adjust according to preference
  • black pepper to taste black pepper For seasoning

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped celery and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
  2. Cook for 15-20 minutes until celery is tender.
  3. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

This soup can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving. Consider serving with crusty bread for a complete meal.