Parsnip Soup
Parsnip soup is a quick and delicious option for a unique soup. Pair with parsnip scones for a nutritious and delicious light lunch.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 12 oz parsnips about 2 medium sized (use a scale for best results)
- 24 oz vegetable stock or chicken stock
- 1 potato small to medium, peeled, and diced
- ¾ tsp Kosher or sea salt Diamond Crystal Kosher salt
- ¼ tsp white pepper freshly ground
- 4 oz half and half (optional - milk, half and half, or 2 oz heavy cream)
Instructions
- Peel the parsnips and trim both ends.
- Chop the parsnips and set aside, then chop the onion into medium sized pieces.
- Pour the oil into a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat; add the chopped onion and sauté for 2 or 3 minutes with a sprinkling of salt.
- Next, add the parsnips. Continue to cook and stir for about 5 minutes.
- Add the stock (or water with bouillon.) Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped potato, and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the parsnips and potato are cooked through.
- Remove from the heat and purée with an immersion blender until smooth (if using a blender, allow the soup to cool before blending, for safety reasons.) Put the pot back onto the heat if serving immediately.
- Add the half and half (if using) and stir in well. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot. I suggest serving this soup with parsnip chips (recipe coming soon), savory parsnip scones or croutons.
Notes
- Chicken stock may be used instead of vegetable stock.
- Better than Bouillon mixed with water is also an option.
- Measurements for the onion, parsnips and potato are not critical.
- Nutrition values are without half and half (dairy free.)
Nutrition
Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 904mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 291IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg
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