Celery Bisque with Stilton Toasts
Celery bisque is a creamy soup that highlights the delicate flavor of celery. Stilton cheese adds a tangy and rich element to the dish, while the toasts provide a satisfying crunch.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Ingredients
- 4 stalks Celery
- 1 medium-sized Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium-sized Potato
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 ounces Stilton cheese
- 4 slices French baguette
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add the chopped celery and potato to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into thin slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Toast in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Crumble the Stilton cheese over the toasted baguette slices and return to the oven for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Ladle the celery bisque into bowls and serve with the Stilton toasts on the side.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.