CREAM OF FENNEL SOUP (FENNEL VICHYSSOISE)
A great soup. Healthy (despite the cream) and refreshing! For a South American flair, serve with popcorn. Throw it into your soup and like you would croutons. Serve hot or cold. The addition of finely diced fennel fronds dresses up the presentation.
Provided by John Wironen
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 48m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add fennel; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in leeks; cook until slightly softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes and broth. Bring soup to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes.
- Puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Add carrots and red bell pepper; simmer until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream and anise-flavored liqueur. Season with salt and white pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 835.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
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Samuel Bamiro
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone looking for a new and flavorful soup recipe.
Reruuii Itfipudr
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover fennel. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that can be served hot or cold.
HERO TUBE
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect from this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a creamy, flavorful soup with a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.
biren thebe
[email protected]I garnished my soup with a drizzle of olive oil and some chopped fresh fennel fronds. It was a delicious and beautiful dish.
Robul Rifhat
[email protected]This soup is a great make-ahead meal. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Rebecca Garvie
[email protected]I love the subtle anise flavor that the fennel gives this soup.
RIAZUL ISLAM
[email protected]This soup is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.
hope sandra
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this soup to anyone who loves fennel or is looking for a new and flavorful soup recipe.
Royce Johnson
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and the fennel flavor is a nice change from the usual potato soup.
crypto conception
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of fennel, but the flavor was mellowed out by the cream and potatoes.
Mdpolash Islamshimul
[email protected]This soup is easy to make and doesn't require any special ingredients.
Mafaz Mjm
[email protected]I was looking for a creamy soup that wasn't too heavy, and this fennel soup fit the bill perfectly. It's light and flavorful, and the fennel gives it a unique twist.
Balkar Singh
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover fennel. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that can be served hot or cold.
galaxy mobile
[email protected]I love fennel, so I was excited to try this soup. It did not disappoint! The soup was flavorful and comforting, and the fennel flavor was perfectly balanced.
Ariyan Islam Sobuj
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! The fennel flavor was subtle and creamy, and the soup was the perfect consistency. I will definitely be making this again.