Autumn Harvest Bisque Recipe

Name: Autumn Harvest Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, chopped; 2 leeks, including 2-inch green chopped; 1/2 c. celery, chopped; 1 stick and 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1/2 c. carrot, chopped; 1 lb. butternut, peeled, seeded, chopped; 1 small turnip, peeled, chopped; 2 large tart apples, peeled, cored, chopped; 4 c. chicken stock; 6 Tbsp. flour; 1 c. unpasteurized apple cider; 1/4 tsp. fresh grated nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. each crumbled dried sage and rosemary; 1/2 c. heavy cream; 1/2 c. grated Gruyere; croutons for garnish

Servings: persons

1 onion, chopped
2 leeks, including 2-inch green chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
1 stick and 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 c. carrot, chopped
1 lb. butternut, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 small turnip, peeled, chopped
2 large tart apples, peeled, cored, chopped
4 c. chicken stock
6 Tbsp. flour
1 c. unpasteurized apple cider
1/4 tsp. fresh grated nutmeg
1/4 tsp. each crumbled dried sage and rosemary
1/2 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. grated Gruyere
croutons for garnish

1
In a kettle, cook onions, leeks and celery in 3 tablespoons butter over moderate heat, stirring for 5 minutes or until softened.
2
Add carrots, squash, turnips, apples and stock; bring to a boil and simmer 45 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
3
In small saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons butter over moderate heat.
4
Add flour and cook roux, stirring 3 minutes.
5
Remove pan from heat. Add 1 cup soup liquid in a stream, stirring.
6
Stir mix into soup pot.
7
Add cider, nutmeg, sage, rosemary, salt and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Stir in cream and Gruyere.
9
Ladle into heated bowls and garnish.

1682

kcal

Calories

135

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, chopped, 2 leeks, including 2-inch green chopped, 1/2 c. celery, chopped, 1 stick and 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Autumn Harvest Bisque falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Autumn Harvest Bisque

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Variations & substitutions

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