Creamy Celery & Stilton Soup with Walnuts
Experience the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Celery & Stilton Soup with Walnuts, a delightful celebration of classic British ingredients. The velvety texture of the soup comes from the sautéed shallots and celery, complemented by the sharp and tangy taste of blue cheese. This recipe balances earthiness and crunch with the addition of toasted walnut halves, while a swirl of yogurt adds a creamy finish. Perfect as a starter or a light meal, this soup is sure to warm your heart on a chilly day.
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
Shallots
2 (chopped)
Celery ribs
3 (chopped)
Garlic clove
1 (crushed)
All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons
Vegetable stock or chicken stock
2 1/2 cups
Milk
1 1/4 cups
Dolcelatte or Gorgonzola cheese
1 1/2 cups (crumbled (plus extra to garnish))
Walnut halves
2 tablespoons (roughly chopped)
Plain yogurt
2/3 cup
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
to taste
Celery leaves
as needed (chopped (to garnish))
Instructions
1
Begin by melting the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the chopped shallots, celery, and crushed garlic. Sauté the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
2
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds to cook the flour without browning it.
3
Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken stock as well as the milk, stirring well to combine. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Add the crumbled blue Stilton or Gorgonzola cheese along with the roughly chopped walnut halves to the pot. Cover the saucepan and allow the soup to simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
After 20 minutes, stir in the plain yogurt to enrich the soup. Heat for another 2 minutes without allowing it to boil again.
6
Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preferences.
7
Using a ladle, transfer the soup to a warm soup tureen or individual serving bowls. Garnish each portion with additional crumbled blue Stilton cheese and freshly chopped celery leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors.
Nutrition Information
13.5g
Fat
9g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Celery & Stilton Soup with Walnuts?
It is a rich and comforting British-inspired soup featuring sautéed celery, shallots, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts.
Is this celery and Stilton soup vegetarian?
Yes, it is suitable for vegetarians if you use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
How many calories are in a serving of this soup?
There are 200 calories per serving.
What are the main nutritional values for this recipe?
Each serving contains 13.5g of fat, 9g of carbohydrates, and 9g of protein.
What kind of blue cheese can I use?
You can use blue Stilton, Gorgonzola, or Dolcelatte cheese.
How much butter is needed for the base?
The recipe requires 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
How long should I sauté the vegetables?
The shallots, celery, and garlic should be sautéed for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and aromatic.
When do I add the flour?
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables after they have softened.
How long do I cook the flour?
Stir the flour continuously for about 30 seconds to cook it without browning.
What liquids are used in the soup base?
The soup uses 2 1/2 cups of vegetable or chicken stock and 1 1/4 cups of milk.
At what stage do I add the cheese and walnuts?
Add the crumbled cheese and roughly chopped walnut halves once the soup has reached a boil and the heat is reduced to a simmer.
How long does the soup need to simmer?
The soup should simmer covered for 20 minutes.
When should I add the yogurt?
Stir in 2/3 cup of plain yogurt after the 20-minute simmering period is complete.
Can I boil the soup after adding the yogurt?
No, heat the soup for another 2 minutes after adding yogurt, but do not allow it to boil again.
How many shallots are required?
The recipe calls for 2 chopped shallots.
How many celery ribs do I need?
You will need 3 chopped celery ribs.
What is the best way to garnish the soup?
Garnish each portion with additional crumbled blue Stilton cheese and freshly chopped celery leaves.
What is the texture of this soup?
The soup has a velvety texture complemented by the crunch of toasted walnut halves.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is categorized as an easy recipe with straightforward instructions.
How much cheese is used in the main soup?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of crumbled cheese.
How do I prepare the garlic for this recipe?
One garlic clove should be crushed before sautéing.
What type of yogurt is best for this soup?
The recipe specifies 2/3 cup of plain yogurt to enrich the soup.
How many walnuts should I use?
You should use 2 tablespoons of roughly chopped walnut halves.
Can I use chicken stock instead of vegetable stock?
Yes, both vegetable stock and chicken stock are suitable for this recipe.
How do I season the soup?
Taste the soup at the end and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
What makes this soup creamy?
The combination of milk, cheese, and plain yogurt provides the creamy finish.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and is ideal for warming up on a chilly day.
Should the celery leaves be discarded?
No, save and chop the celery leaves to use as a fresh garnish for the soup.
How should I serve the soup?
Transfer it to a warm soup tureen or individual bowls and serve immediately after garnishing.
What tags are associated with this dish?
The tags include soup, celery, stilton, walnuts, comfort food, vegetarian, british, creamy, and easy recipe.