Creamy Apple Chestnut Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Apple Chestnut Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups coarsely chopped shallots; 1 cup coarsely chopped celery; 4 cups apples (peeled and coarsely chopped, Pink Lady or Gala apples); 1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped; 20 ounces whole peeled chestnuts (about 3 cups); 3 cups vegetable broth; 2 cups water; 1 cup unsweetened apple juice; Note; my original recipe did have 1/4 cup cream (optional); Garnish; parsley crouton (I made baguettes topped with melted havarti and chopped fresh parsley)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups coarsely chopped shallots
1 cup coarsely chopped celery
4 cups apples (peeled and coarsely chopped, Pink Lady or Gala apples)
1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped
20 ounces whole peeled chestnuts (about 3 cups)
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 cup unsweetened apple juice
Note
my original recipe did have 1/4 cup cream (optional)
Garnish
parsley crouton (I made baguettes topped with melted havarti and chopped fresh parsley)

1
Base Vegetables -- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. When it foams, add olive oil, shallots, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
2
Fruit and Seasoning -- Add apples and sage, season with additional salt and pepper, and cook, stirring rarely, until apples are tender, about 10 minutes.
3
Chestnuts -- add broth, water, and apple juice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until apples and celery are tender, about 15 minutes.
4
Finishing -- Using a blender, puree soup in batches. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve garnished with croutons.
5
NOTE -- Now as I mentioned, a great simple salad with walnuts, roasted pears, beets and figs, some onions, bleu cheese vinaigrette is a perfect side. And then some Chardonney turkey sliders make this a perfect fall meal. The soup was made ahead as were the burgers and the roasted veggies and fruit for the salad. It took 20 minutes to grill, make the sides for the burgers and put together the salad. And grill up some drunken olives to get everyone started and you have a great party.

293

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups coarsely chopped shallots, 1 cup coarsely chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Creamy Apple Chestnut 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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Creamy Apple Chestnut Soup

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