Celery Cream Soup


Imagine the aroma of home made cream of celery soup simmering on the stove. Simple, easy and rich in flavor.

Steps


In a large sauce pan , melt butter , add celery , onions , and garlic.
Cook over medium low heat until soft.
Add flour and cook 1-2 minutes over low heat.
Add chicken broth and bay leaf , bring to a boil reduce heat , cover and simmer 30 minutes.
Remove bay leaf , puree in a blender or processor.
Add cream , lemon juice , hot sauce , salt and pepper.
Reheat and simmer 5 minutes.
Garnish with celery leaves.

Ingredients


butter, celery ribs, onions, garlic, flour, chicken broth, bay leaf, heavy cream, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, white pepper, celery leaves