Roasted parsnip and pear soup is an easy-to-make, and wonderfully comforting soup perfect for a cozy meal. The combination of roasted parsnips and sweet pears creates a rich and flavorful broth that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. This versatile soup can be served as a starter or a main course, and it's also a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables. With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, this soup is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and nutritious meal.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CREAMY ROASTED PARSNIP SOUP
Wintry spices make this a rich, creamy, and flavorful holiday favorite!
Provided by Alan Dorchak
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Place the parsnips and carrots into a mixing bowl, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss to coat the vegetables with oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread the vegetables evenly over a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven until the parsnips are tender and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion and celery. Cook and stir until the vegetables have softened and the onion is beginning to turn golden brown, about 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, and stir in the butter, garlic, brown sugar, and the roasted parsnips and carrots. Continue to cook and stir until all of the vegetables are very tender and beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Season with the ginger, cardamom, allspice, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper; stir for 1 minute. Pour in the chicken stock, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, partially cover, and simmer gently until all of the vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes.
- Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot.
- Stir in the milk and cream. Return to a simmer over medium-low heat. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 22.1 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 361.5 mg, Sugar 8.8 g
ROASTED PARSNIP AND PEAR SOUP
Although pears and parsnips may seem like an odd combination, the pears bring out the natural sweetness of the parsnips in this winter soup. Don't skip the topping; it's the best part! -Sara Petrie, Grassie, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 2h
Yield 8 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place parsnips in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with oil, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Roast 25 minutes. Stir in pears; roast 15-20 minutes longer or until tender, stirring occasionally., In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add leeks, celery and shallots; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in parsnip mixture, broth, maple syrup, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Remove bay leaf from soup. Process soup in batches in a blender until smooth; return to pan. Stir in cream; heat through. , For topping, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add remaining ingredients; cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until pears are crisp-tender. Top servings with sliced pears.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 911mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PARSNIP, PEAR, AND APPLE SOUP
I adapted this recipe from some I had seen online, making it heartier and more to my family's taste. The blend of parsnips and fruits make such a satisfying, flavorful combination. Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt or sour cream.
Provided by BigShotsMom
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Toss parsnips with 2 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl; spread parsnips onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until slightly tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce oven heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Toss apples and pears with 2 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl. Push parsnips to one side of the baking sheet and spread apples and pears onto the other side of the baking sheet.
- Bake in the oven until fruit is soft and caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir leeks in hot oil until leeks are soft, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle balsamic vinegar over leeks. Stir parsnips, apples, pears, chicken stock, and rosemary into leeks. Bring to a simmer and cook until fruits and vegetables are completely tender and easily mashed against the side of the pot, about 20 minutes.
- Puree vegetable mixture using an immersion blender (or blend in batches in a blender) until soup has an applesauce-like consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 709.3 mg, Sugar 19.7 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe and flavorful pears: The pears should be ripe but still firm enough to hold their shape when cooked. Look for varieties that are sweet and juicy, such as Bartlett, Anjou, or Bosc pears.
- Roast the parsnips and pears before adding them to the soup: Roasting the vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes them slightly, giving the soup a richer flavor. Toss the parsnips and pears with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting them in a hot oven until they are tender and browned.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth that is flavorful and well-seasoned. You can use store-bought vegetable broth or make your own using fresh vegetables and herbs.
- Season the soup to taste: Once the soup is finished cooking, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs until the soup reaches your desired flavor.
- Garnish the soup with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil before serving: This will add a pop of color and flavor to the soup.
Conclusion:
Roasted parsnip and pear soup is a delicious and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a warm and comforting soup, give this recipe a try!
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