This Tarragon Celery Soup is a perfect blend of fresh tarragon and celery flavors to create a comforting and creamy soup. It is a great choice for a quick and healthy meal that will warm you up on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chopped celery
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the chopped celery to the pot and cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the dried tarragon, salt, and pepper.
- Let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes or until the celery is tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can transfer it to a blender in batches.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the Tarragon Celery Soup hot, garnished with fresh tarragon leaves.
- Enjoy your creamy and delicious Tarragon Celery Soup!
Interesting Facts
Tarragon is a herb with a distinctive anise-like flavor that pairs beautifully with celery in this soup.
Celery is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in fiber and vitamins, making this soup nutritious and satisfying.