Celery Stilton Walnut Soup
Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of Celery Stilton Walnut Soup, a comforting dish that takes classic soup to a gourmet level. This recipe combines the earthy crispness of celery, the creamy tang of Stilton cheese, and the nutty crunch of toasted walnuts to create a truly luxurious dining experience. Perfect for a cozy night at home or an impressive starter at a dinner party, this soup is both hearty and elegant. Made with tender sautéed vegetables blended to a silky texture, it’s finished with a splash of heavy cream for extra richness and garnished with parsley for a pop of freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe balances wholesome ingredients and bold flavors in every spoonful. Perfect for fans of creamy soups, blue cheese lovers, or anyone looking to elevate their soup game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 6 stalks celery
- 1 medium potato
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 4 ounces Stilton cheese
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Add them to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Slice the celery and peel and dice the potato. Add them to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the soup to cool slightly.
Using an immersion blender or a countertop blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Crumble the Stilton cheese and stir it into the soup until it melts completely.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Serve the soup in bowls, garnished with toasted walnuts and fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.2 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 7138 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 781 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1688 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
