Creamy Celery Root Bisque (Printable version)

An elegant, velvety soup featuring subtle celery root flavor, perfect for special occasions or refined dining.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large celery root (about 1.5 lb), peeled and diced
02 - 1 medium Yukon Gold potato, peeled and diced
03 - 1 medium leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
04 - 1 small yellow onion, chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Liquids

06 - 4 cups vegetable broth
07 - 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened plant-based milk
08 - 1/2 cup heavy cream or non-dairy cream

→ Fats and Seasoning

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
10 - 1 bay leaf
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
12 - Salt to taste

→ Garnish

13 - Chopped fresh chives or parsley
14 - Drizzle of cream (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leek, onion, and garlic. Sauté until softened but not browned, approximately 5 minutes.
02 - Add diced celery root and potato to the pot. Sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 25 minutes until vegetables are very tender.
04 - Remove and discard bay leaf. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, transfer in batches to a countertop blender.
05 - Stir in milk and cream. Heat gently without boiling. Season to taste with salt and white pepper.
06 - Ladle into warm bowls. Top with chopped chives, parsley, and an optional cream drizzle.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms a humble root into something that feels like it belongs in a five star bistro.
  • The texture is so naturally velvety that you can cut back on the heavy cream and still feel indulged.
02 -
  • Peeling a celery root requires a sharp knife and a steady hand because the skin is thick.
  • Adding the dairy too early or letting it boil can cause the soup to separate.
03 -
  • Pass the blended soup through a fine mesh sieve if you want a truly professional and perfectly smooth texture.
  • Add a tiny splash of lemon juice at the very end to make the flavors pop without adding weight.
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