CREAMY PARSNIP SOUP

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This rich and creamy soup is perfect for chilly nights.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 pound prepared sliced leeks (2 cups)
1 pound parsnips, trimmed, peeled, and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
2 apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium baking potato (about 1/2 pound), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (14.5 ounces) reduced sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper
Leek garnish (see below)

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks (reserving 1/2 cup for garnish). Cook, stirring, 5 minutes.
  • Add parsnips, apples, potato, broth, and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Working in batches, puree soup in a blender until smooth. Return it to pot; stir in cream. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with Leek Garnish.
  • To make leek garnish, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high. Add reserved 1/2 cup leeks; cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 3 minutes.

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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can use simple ingredients to create such a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Laurence Moss zdx: zzz
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Sheraz joiya
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover parsnips. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the way the parsnips and carrots blend together. The soup is also very creamy and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kholoud Samy
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I'm not a big fan of parsnips, but I really enjoyed this soup. The parsnips were cooked perfectly and they had a nice sweetness to them. The soup was also very creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this soup again.


md: mofizulislam
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can use simple ingredients to create such a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Kevin Mejía
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. My kids loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Sk Sabuj
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips gave it a unique sweetness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Maria Buban
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover parsnips. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the way the parsnips and carrots blend together. The soup is also very creamy and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.


Di'Lynn Randolph
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I'm not a huge fan of parsnips, but I really enjoyed this soup. The parsnips were cooked perfectly and they had a nice sweetness to them. The soup was also very creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make this soup again.


Hira Amir
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can use simple ingredients to create such a delicious meal. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Birungi Grace
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I was a bit skeptical about this soup at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's amazing! The parsnips give the soup a unique sweetness, and the cream makes it incredibly smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sreotortio
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This soup is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of parsnips, onions, and garlic. The soup is creamy and smooth, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Mathias Elaigwu
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips give it a unique sweetness. I love to serve it with a crusty bread or a green salad.


Hanifkhan Hanifkhan
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This is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the way the parsnips and carrots blend together. The soup is also very creamy and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe.


Irfan Ayub
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I made this soup last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the parsnips gave it a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Funke Oyetoro
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This creamy parsnip soup is a must-try! It's easy to make, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of parsnips, onions, and garlic. The soup is creamy and smooth, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.