Description
- Country harvest root vegetable soup is creamy, hearty, and easy to make. Discover this rustic, comforting recipe packed with seasonal flavor.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 large onion, chopped
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3 garlic cloves, chopped
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1 tablespoon curry powder
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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6 cups water
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more for garnish, optional)
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Root Vegetables:
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1 large russet potato (about 10 oz), peeled and cubed
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1 medium sweet potato (about 12 oz), peeled and cubed
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2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
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1 small parsnip (about 5 oz), peeled and chopped
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1 small celeriac (about 1.2 lbs), peeled and chopped (around 2 heaping cups)
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Optional Garnishes:
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Chopped parsley
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Extra curry powder
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Black pepper
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Warm crusty bread
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Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking for about 2 minutes until softened.
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Add Vegetables & Spices: Stir in all chopped root vegetables along with the curry powder and thyme. Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring often.
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Simmer: Pour in the water, then add salt and black pepper. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-high. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.
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Blend: Stir in the cream and simmer for 1 additional minute. Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender (or carefully blend in batches using a countertop blender).
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Adjust & Serve: Thin with a bit more water if needed. Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or cream to taste. Serve hot, garnished with cream, parsley, and a dash of curry powder if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: SOUPS
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Western