Creamy Celeriac Soup Crispy Bacon (Printable)

Velvety celeriac blended with cream and topped with crispy bacon crumbles for a comforting bowl.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large celeriac (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and diced
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Liquids

05 - 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
06 - 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream

→ Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
09 - Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, optional

→ Garnish

10 - 4 slices bacon
11 - Chopped fresh chives or parsley, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until soft and translucent, approximately 4 minutes.
02 - Add the celeriac and potato to the pot. Stir to coat thoroughly with the butter and cook for 3 minutes.
03 - Pour in the stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are very tender.
04 - While the soup simmers, place the bacon slices in a cold, dry skillet. Cook over medium heat until crispy, turning as needed. Drain on paper towels and crumble or leave whole.
05 - Remove the soup from heat. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, carefully process the soup in batches using a standard blender.
06 - Stir in the cream and a pinch of nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently reheat if necessary, but do not allow the soup to boil.
07 - Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with crispy bacon and a sprinkle of fresh chives or parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between the silky smooth soup and the salty crunch of bacon creates this incredible texture dance that will make you close your eyes with each spoonful.
  • Its surprisingly simple to make but tastes like something from an upscale restaurant, which makes it perfect for impressing dinner guests without hours of kitchen stress.
02 -
  • Starting your bacon in a cold pan rather than a preheated one prevents it from curling up and ensures even cooking for perfectly crisp results.
  • Never boil the soup after adding the cream or it might separate, just gentle reheating is all you need.
03 -
  • For the absolute smoothest texture, pass the pureed soup through a fine-mesh sieve before adding the cream, an extra step that makes all the difference for special occasions.
  • Save the celeriac leaves if your root comes with them attached, as they make a beautiful and flavorful garnish when chopped finely, adding a subtle hint of celery flavor.
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