Description
This Celeriac Leek Soup with Thyme & Gruyère Toasts is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal. The creamy soup, infused with thyme and celeriac, pairs wonderfully with the cheesy Gruyère toasts for a satisfying combination of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
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Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 large leeks (white and light green parts only), cleaned and sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 pounds celeriac (celery root), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 5 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk or cream (optional for richness)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped chives or thyme for garnish
Gruyère Toasts:
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Soup: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and onion and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until softened but not browned. Stir in the garlic, celeriac, and potato, and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the thyme and broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and blend the soup until smooth. Stir in milk or cream if using, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Reheat gently if needed.
- Gruyère Toasts: Preheat the broiler. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and top with shredded Gruyère and thyme. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Celeriac has a mild, earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with the richness of Gruyère.
- Soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, omit cream and use olive oil only. Skip the toasts or use dairy-free cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups soup + 2 toasts
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
