How to Make Celery and Stilton Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm bowl of homemade soup on a chilly day. The rich, creamy texture of a well-prepared soup can provide comfort and warmth that can make any day just a little bit better. If you're looking for an incredibly flavorful and satisfying soup to add to your rotation, look no further than this recipe for Celery and Stilton Soup.

This soup is a perfect blend of earthy, savory flavors and creamy, indulgent textures. The combination of fresh, crisp celery and tangy...

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Ingredients

  • 2 sticks butter
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups chopped celery
  • 4 ¼ cups water
  • 3 ¾ ounces Stilton cheese, crumbed and divided
  • 4 sprigs watercress, for garnish
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste (Optional)
  • 1 pinch salt, or as desired (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium low heat. Add the onions and saute for 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
  • Add the celery and the water. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until celery is soft.
  • Add 2 1/2 ounces of the Stilton cheese to the soup and mix well. Puree the soup in small batches in a blender or food processor and transfer it to a clean pot. Season with freshly ground pepper and salt to taste. Stilton can be very salty, so beware!
  • Pour into individual bowls, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and garnish with the watercress.
  • Nutrition

    518 cal.

    • Total Fat: 54g
    • Saturated Fat: 34g
    • Cholesterol: 142mg
    • Sodium: 778mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 188mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 250mg