This rich cream of celery soup recipe will warm up any family gathering or quiet evening at home. With just the right amount of onion flavor, it's creamy and crowd-pleasing. —Janet James, Bluff City, Tennessee
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped onions
- 3-1/3 cups water
- 6 celery ribs, chopped
- 4 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Celery leaves and croutons, optional
Description
- In a large saucepan, combine onions, water, celery, bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Transfer mixture to a blender; puree until smooth. Return to saucepan.
- Combine the flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese until melted. If desired, garnish servings with celery leaves, croutons, and extra cheese.
