ROASTED PARSNIP AND PEAR SOUP

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Although pears and parsnips may seem like an odd combination, the pears bring out the natural sweetness of the parsnips in this winter soup. Don't skip the topping; it's the best part! -Sara Petrie, Grassie, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 21

1-1/2 pounds parsnips, peeled and coarsely chopped (about 4 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 medium pears, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 medium leeks (white portion only), thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 shallots, chopped
6 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place parsnips in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with oil, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Roast 25 minutes. Stir in pears; roast 15-20 minutes longer or until tender, stirring occasionally., In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add leeks, celery and shallots; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in parsnip mixture, broth, maple syrup, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Remove bay leaf from soup. Process soup in batches in a blender until smooth; return to pan. Stir in cream; heat through. , For topping, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add remaining ingredients; cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until pears are crisp-tender. Top servings with sliced pears.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 911mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Niwamanya Zion pro
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Clarasexy Offiong
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


nightmare boncreations
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover parsnips and pears.


Arzo Ibrahimi
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Robert Peterson sr
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Sumaiya aktar Sumi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover parsnips and pears.


godfrey asiku
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so warm and filling.


Samsung Mobi
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I love the way the roasted parsnips and pears caramelize in this soup. It gives it such a rich and flavorful taste.


Briella
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ameer Gudaro
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Afeez Arabambi
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover parsnips and pears.


Malcome Tappin
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I'm always looking for new soup recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so flavorful and comforting.


clever boy
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


H Movies
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this soup. The pears and ginger really add a nice touch.


Aaron Price
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This is a great recipe for a fall soup. The roasted parsnips and pears give it a warm and comforting flavor.


Md Hannan
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the way the roasted parsnips and pears melt together in my mouth.


Tashaila Holland
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I'm not a huge fan of parsnips, but I really enjoyed this soup. The pears and ginger balance out the flavor of the parsnips perfectly.


Abishek Sharma
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This soup is so easy to make and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I love that I can just throw all of the ingredients in the pot and let it simmer.


Kurt Sharmu
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I made this soup for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the creamy texture.


Maria Festus
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The roasted parsnips and pears give it a wonderfully sweet and savory flavor. I also love the addition of the ginger and thyme. It really adds a nice depth of flavor.