PARSNIP & CELERY ROOT BISQUE

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Here's a simple yet elegant soup for fall and winter. Everyone enjoys the smooth texture and earthy veggies. For a colorful garnish, sprinkle on chives and pomegranate seeds.-Merry Graham, Newhall, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium leeks (white portion only), chopped (about 2 cups)
1-1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and chopped (about 4 cups)
1 medium celery root, peeled and cubed (about 1-1/2 cups)
4 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups chicken stock
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
Pomegranate seeds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute leeks 3 minutes. Add parsnips and celery root; cook and stir 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in stock, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 25-30 minutes., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or, cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to pan. Stir in cream, parsley and lemon juice; heat through. Serve with chives and, if desired, pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 904mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Rubel Dhar
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the parsnips and celery root. I also liked that it's a healthy soup


Faraz Mughal
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover parsnips and celery root, and I wasn't sure what to do with them. I decided to try this soup, and I'm so glad I did! It was easy to make and it turned out delicious.


Awkwardfox_9999
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I love that this soup is gluten-free and dairy-free. It makes it a great option for people with dietary restrictions. I also appreciate that it's a healthy soup, so I can feel good about eating it.


Favour tv
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on a Sunday, and then I had it for lunch and dinner throughout the week. It was just as delicious on day three as it was on day one.


RED 000
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the parsnips and celery root. I also liked that it's a healthy soup


SN Nahim
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I'm not a huge fan of parsnips, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The parsnips were cooked to perfection and they had a mild flavor that I really enjoyed. The celery root added a nice earthy flavor to the soup, and th


Rashid Farooq
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover parsnips and celery root, and I wasn't sure what to do with them. I decided to try this soup, and I'm so glad I did! It was easy to make and it turned out delicious.


sharif cr
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I love that this soup is gluten-free and dairy-free. It makes it a great option for people with dietary restrictions. I also appreciate that it's a healthy soup, so I can feel good about eating it.


Sanju Saji
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on a Sunday, and then I had it for lunch and dinner throughout the week. It was just as delicious on day three as it was on day one.


B Map
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I'm a big fan of parsnips and celery root, so I knew I would love this soup. I wasn't disappointed! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips and celery root were cooked to perfection. I also loved the addition of the nutmeg and thyme. It r


Abdul Bassam
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the parsnips and celery root. I also liked that it's a healthy soup, so I could feel good about serving it to my kids.


Nimco Halgan
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes, and I'm so glad I found this one. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to become a new favorite in my household.


eva roman
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it's sure to fill you up. I also love that it's a healthy soup, so I can feel good about eating it.


Ayesha Ramzan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's made with just a few simple ingredients, but it's packed with flavor. The parsnips and celery root are a great combination, and the leeks and shallots add a nice touch of sweetness. I also love the addition


Anuruddika Kumari
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover parsnips and celery root. I had some leftover from a previous recipe, and I wasn't sure what to do with them. I decided to try this soup, and I'm so glad I did! It was easy to make and it turned out delicio


Miyah Hammonds
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I'm not a huge fan of celery root, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The celery root flavor was very mild, and it blended perfectly with the parsnips. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and I loved the addition of the


Shirley Thompson
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This is my new favorite soup recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the creamy texture and the subtle sweetness of the parsnips and celery root. I also appreciate that it's a healthy soup, so I can feel


8 I 11 ISHA JAIN
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this soup. I'm not usually a fan of parsnips, but they were cooked to perfection in this bisque. The celery root added a nice earthy flavor, and the leeks and shallots gave it a subtle sweetness. I als


Thomas R
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This parsnip-celery root bisque was an absolute delight! The flavors of the parsnips and celery root blended together perfectly, creating a smooth and creamy soup. The addition of the leeks and shallots added a nice depth of flavor, and the touch of