Celery and apple add to the subtle sweetness of parsnip in this smooth soup. Frizzled leeks add a touch of restaurant flair, but croutes or croutons will also work.
- Portion size 8 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: December 2012
Ingredients
Frizzled leeks:
Method
In Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat; cook leek, ginger and salt, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8 minutes.Stir in parsnips, celery and apple; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add broth and water; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until parsnips are tender, about 20 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
In batches in blender, pur?e soup until smooth; return to pot. Stir in cream, mustard and vinegar; reheat to serve.
Frizzled Leeks: Meanwhile, in skillet, heat enough oil to cover bottom of skillet over medium-high heat; fry leek, in batches, until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper towel–lined plate; sprinkle with salt. Serve sprinkled on soup.
Nutritional facts Per each of 8 servings: about
- Fibre 2 g
- Sodium 283 mg
- Sugars 5 g
- Protein 3 g
- Calories 131.0
- Total fat 8 g
- Potassium 272 mg
- Cholesterol 17 mg
- Saturated fat 4 g
- Total carbohydrate 14 g
%RDI
- Iron 5.0
- Folate 18.0
- Calcium 4.0
- Vitamin A 6.0
- Vitamin C 15.0
