Cream Of Fennel Soup Recipe

Name: Cream Of Fennel Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth; 2 cups water; 1 large fennel bulb, chopped; reserved fennel leaves; 1/2 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 2 bay leaves; 1/4 teaspoon dried dill; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup instant potato flakes; 1 apple (preferably Gala); 1/4 cup grated asiago cheese or 1/4 parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 large fennel bulb, chopped
reserved fennel leaves
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried dill
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup instant potato flakes
1 apple (preferably Gala)
1/4 cup grated asiago cheese or 1/4 parmesan cheese

1
Put broth and water in a large soup pot and heat to a boil over medium-high heat. While broth is heating, prepare fennel and onion. Cut tops off fennel, reserving a few of the best fronds. Add vegetables to broth along with garlic, bay leaves, dill, and salt & pepper (to taste). Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 15 minutes or until vegetables are cooked.
2
Remove bay leaves and discard. Puree soup (use a blender, food processor or immersion blender) to a smooth consistency. Return to pot and swirl in the 1/2 cup potato flakes. Add chopped fronds. Remove pot from heat.
3
Core unpeeled apple and chop into a fine dice. Ladle soup into four bowl. Top each with 1 tbsp apple and 1 tbsp cheese.
4
Enjoy!

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chicken broth, 2 cups water, 1 large fennel bulb, chopped, reserved fennel leaves, and more.

Yes, Cream Of Fennel Soup 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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Cream Of Fennel Soup

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