Celery Soup with Bacon Croutons Recipe

Name: Celery Soup with Bacon Croutons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 medium leeks, halved and thinly sliced; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced; Kosher salt; Pepper; 12 large celery ribs (2 pounds), trimmed and thinly sliced; 4 ounces bacon, finely diced; Three 1/2-inch-thick slices of country bread, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream; Lemon olive oil, for drizzling

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 medium leeks, halved and thinly sliced
2 medium onions, finely chopped
3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
Kosher salt
Pepper
12 large celery ribs (2 pounds), trimmed and thinly sliced
4 ounces bacon, finely diced
Three 1/2-inch-thick slices of country bread, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
Lemon olive oil, for drizzling

1
In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter.
2
Add the leeks, onions, garlic and a generous pinch each of salt and pepper and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until softened but not browned, about 12 minutes.
3
Add the celery and cook, stirring, until just starting to soften, about 3 minutes.
4
Add 8 cups of water and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to moderate.
5
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are very tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, 8 minutes.
7
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to half of a paper towellined baking sheet to drain.
8
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the bacon fat.
9
Add the bread and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until browned and crisp, 8 minutes.
10
Transfer to the other side of the prepared baking sheet; season with salt and pepper.
11
Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender until smooth.
12
Return the soup to the saucepan, whisk in the cre?me frai?che and season with salt and pepper.
13
Serve hot, topped with the bacon, croutons and a drizzle of lemon olive oil.

538

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* 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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 medium leeks, halved and thinly sliced, 2 medium onions, finely chopped, 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Celery Soup with Bacon Croutons 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.

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Celery Soup with Bacon Croutons

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