ROASTED BEET SOUP WITH CRèME FRAîCHE
What to drink: Pour brut or rosé Champagne throughout the meal, or pair the soup with a light red wine (try an Oregon Pinot Noir) and the Oven Roasted Dungeness Crab with a fragrant dry white, such as Viognier or New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
Categories Soup/Stew Vegetable Roast Valentine's Day Vegetarian Beet Bon Appétit Anniversary Appetizer
Yield Makes 2 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Wrap beets in foil and roast until tender when pierced with fork, about 1 hour. Cool. Peel beets. Cut 1/4 of 1 beet into 1/4-inch cubes; reserve for garnish. Cut remaining beets into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Melt butter with oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leek, onion, and celery and cook until beginning to brown, stirring frequently, about 13 minutes. Stir in ginger, allspice, white pepper, and 1/2-inch beet pieces. Cook until vegetables begin to stick to bottom of pot, stirring frequently, about 7 minutes. Add 2 cups water, bay leaf, thyme sprig, and parsley sprig. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 25 minutes. Remove bay leaf, thyme sprig, and parsley sprig. Cool soup slightly. Working in batches, puree soup in blender with cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, cover, and refrigerate.)
- Gently rewarm soup (do not boil). Divide between 2 bowls. Garnish each with 1 tablespoon crème fraîche. Sprinkle with reserved beet cubes.
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Naomi Mhaleni
[email protected]I didn't like this soup at all. The beets were too sweet and the crème fraîche was too sour. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Fahim Abbas
[email protected]This soup was okay. I thought the beets were a little too earthy for my taste. I also found the soup to be a bit too thick.
Fredrick Parker
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beets, but I actually really enjoyed this soup. The beets were roasted perfectly and the crème fraîche added a nice touch of richness.
chikwado chukwude
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the roasted beets and the creamy crème fraîche. It's a perfect soup for a cold winter day.
Brandon Wagner
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Azad Rajar
[email protected]This soup is a must-try! It's so unique and delicious. I love the earthy flavor of the beets and the creamy texture of the crème fraîche.
Hannatu Sunday
[email protected]This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love that it's made with healthy ingredients and it's easy to make.
Talash Mahmud
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of sweet beets and tangy crème fraîche. I've made it several times already and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Ede Peter
[email protected]I made this soup for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.
Asentle Sibeko
[email protected]This soup is absolutely delicious! The beets give it a beautiful color and a slightly sweet flavor. The crème fraîche adds a nice richness and creaminess. I highly recommend this recipe.
khaled tayil
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to incorporate beets into my diet, and this soup definitely fits the bill. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!
Nanette Steber
[email protected]This roasted beet soup was a delightful surprise! The earthy sweetness of the beets paired perfectly with the tangy crème fraîche. I added a touch of horseradish for an extra kick, and it was divine.