Celery and onion are cooked with potato until tender, then blended and finished with milk. Delia Smith Celery Soup Recipe uses a short list of ingredients and simple cooking steps, with the celery providing most of the flavour.
Ingredients
- 450g celery, trimmed and sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 25g butter
- 900ml vegetable or chicken stock
- 150ml milk
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How to Make Delia Smith Celery Soup
Step 1
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Keep the heat low enough to prevent the vegetables from browning. Add the diced potato and cook for 1 minute.
Step 2
Pour in the stock and bring it to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes, until the celery and potato are soft. Check the potato with a knife; it should be easy to cut through.
Step 3
Blend the cooked vegetables and liquid until the mixture is even. Return it to the saucepan and add the milk. Heat until hot, but do not let it boil. Add salt and black pepper to taste. If the consistency is too thick, add a little more liquid.
What to Serve With Delia Smith Celery Soup
Serve with crusty bread, toast or cheese on toast. These are enough to turn it into a simple lunch.
For a larger meal, serve it before roast chicken, a savoury tart or a baked potato.
Delia Smith Celery Soup Nutrition Information
Approximate nutrition per serving, based on four servings:
- Calories: 150–170 kcal
- Protein: 4–5g
- Carbohydrates: 20–23g
- Fat: 6–7g
- Fibre: 3–4g
The exact amounts depend on the ingredients used.
FAQs
Can I leave out the potato?
Yes. The soup will be thinner, so use less liquid if needed.
Can I use celery leaves?
Yes. Tender celery leaves can be added with the celery stalks. They have a strong celery flavour.
How do I know when the celery is cooked?
The celery should be soft and easy to cut with a knife. Cook it longer if it still feels firm.
Can I freeze celery soup?
Yes. Cool it completely, transfer it to freezer-safe containers and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Can I use cream instead of milk?
Yes. Add it after blending and heat the soup until hot. Do not let it boil.