Velvety Celery & Carrot Comfort Soup
Indulge in this velvety smooth and subtly spicy celery and carrot soup, perfect for the chilly days when you need warmth and comfort. This delightful soup is effortlessly prepared in the microwave, requiring minimal labor beyond the crucial step of prepping your veggies. Originally inspired by a classic microwave cookbook, this recipe has been lovingly updated to keep you cozy with just the right touch of zest and warmth. Adjust the spice level to your liking with the dynamic Love Apple Sauce or its easy substitute, and enjoy a nurturing bowl of comfort that excites your taste buds.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Celery ribs
350 g (trimmed, washed and diced to 12mm lengths)
Carrots
150 g (washed and grated)
Unsalted butter
12 g (none)
Chicken stock
450 ml (stock cubes will do)
Levi Roots Love Apple Sauce
2 tablespoons (or substitute with 1 tbsp Tomato Ketchup and 1 tsp Jerk Sauce)
Whole milk
300 ml (none)
Salt
to taste (to season)
Pepper
to taste (to season)
Double cream
25 ml (for swirling to decorate)
Dried parsley
1 pinch (for garnish)
Instructions
1
In a 2-liter microwaveable bowl, combine the unsalted butter, diced celery, and grated carrots. Microwave on high for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
2
Pour in the chicken stock, stir well, and return to the microwave. Heat on high for an additional 12 minutes.
3
Remove the bowl from the microwave and blend the mixture in batches until smooth. If you prefer an exceptionally smooth texture, pass the soup through a fine sieve to eliminate any leftover celery strands.
4
Transfer the blended soup to a large saucepan. Stir in the whole milk, salt, pepper, and Love Apple Sauce (or its substitute). Adjust the seasoning and Love Apple Sauce to suit your taste preference.
5
Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a gentle simmer. Ensure it is hot throughout.
6
Ladle the soup into serving bowls, elegantly swirl a small amount of double cream on top, and sprinkle with a pinch of dried parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Velvety Celery & Carrot Comfort Soup.
What are the primary vegetables in this soup?
The main vegetables used are celery ribs and carrots.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
How should the celery be prepared?
The celery ribs should be trimmed, washed, and diced into 12mm lengths.
What is the recommended carrot preparation?
The carrots should be washed and grated before they are cooked.
What is the first step in cooking the vegetables?
Combine the unsalted butter, diced celery, and grated carrots in a 2-liter microwaveable bowl and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
How much chicken stock is required?
You will need 450 ml of chicken stock for this recipe.
Can I use stock cubes for the chicken stock?
Yes, stock cubes are perfectly acceptable for making the chicken stock.
How long is the second microwave heating stage?
After adding the stock, the mixture should be microwaved on high for an additional 12 minutes.
How do I achieve a smooth texture?
Blend the mixture in batches until smooth after it has been removed from the microwave.
How can I ensure the soup has no celery strands?
For an exceptionally smooth texture, pass the blended soup through a fine sieve to eliminate any leftover celery strands.
What ingredients are stirred in after blending?
After blending, stir in the whole milk, salt, pepper, and Love Apple Sauce or its substitute.
What is a good substitute for Levi Roots Love Apple Sauce?
You can substitute it with 1 tablespoon of tomato ketchup and 1 teaspoon of jerk sauce.
What type of milk is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 300 ml of whole milk.
How is the soup finished on the stove?
Transfer the mixture to a large saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches a gentle simmer.
How should the soup be served and garnished?
Ladle the soup into bowls, swirl a small amount of double cream on top, and sprinkle with a pinch of dried parsley.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 12 g of unsalted butter.
Is this soup spicy?
The soup is described as subtly spicy, with the zest coming from the Love Apple Sauce.
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes, you can adjust the amount of Love Apple Sauce or its substitute to suit your personal taste preference.
What size microwave bowl is recommended?
A 2-liter microwaveable bowl is recommended for combining and heating the ingredients.
What is the total microwave time?
The total microwave time is 17 minutes: 5 minutes for the initial vegetable cook and 12 minutes after adding stock.
Is this recipe suitable for cold weather?
Yes, it is designed as a comfort soup perfect for chilly days when you need warmth.
What is the origin of this recipe?
It was originally inspired by a classic microwave cookbook and has been lovingly updated.
How much double cream is used for decoration?
The recipe suggests using 25 ml of double cream for swirling onto the finished soup.
What type of parsley is used for the garnish?
A pinch of dried parsley is used for the final garnish.
Is this considered a low protein meal?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as a low protein meal.
What gives the soup its dynamic flavor?
The dynamic flavor is provided by the Levi Roots Love Apple Sauce or a combination of ketchup and jerk sauce.
How do I know when the soup is ready on the stove?
The soup is ready once it reaches a gentle simmer and is hot throughout.
Are the celery and carrots cooked together?
Yes, the diced celery and grated carrots are microwaved together with butter in the first step.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
While the recipe calls for unsalted, you can use salted butter but may need to reduce the amount of added salt later.