Hey everyone, so I tried making cream of celery soup with macaroni today, and let me tell you, it turned out pretty darn good! I wanted to share my experience with you all, from start to finish.
Getting Started
First, I gathered all my ingredients. Now, I’m no expert, but I’ve found that having everything ready makes cooking way less stressful. I grabbed some celery, onions, garlic, potatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, and of course, macaroni. It’s a pretty simple list, and I already had most of it in my pantry.
Chopping and Prepping
Next up, I washed and chopped the celery, onions, and garlic. I also peeled and diced the potatoes. I gotta say, chopping veggies is kind of therapeutic for me. Plus, it makes the kitchen smell amazing!
Sautéing the Aromatics
Once everything was chopped, I heated some butter in a big pot and tossed in the onions and garlic. I sautéed them until they were nice and soft, about 5 minutes. The smell was heavenly—I could’ve just eaten that as is!
Adding Celery and Potatoes
After that, I added the chopped celery and potatoes to the pot. I stirred everything together and let it cook for another 5 minutes or so. I wanted the celery to soften up a bit before moving on to the next step.
Pouring in the Broth
Next, I poured in the chicken broth. I made sure there was enough to cover all the veggies. I brought the whole thing to a boil and then reduced the heat to a simmer. I covered the pot and let it cook for about 20 minutes, until the potatoes were fork-tender.
Blending Time
This is where the magic happens. I carefully transferred the soup to my blender. Now, be careful here—hot soup can be dangerous! I blended it in batches until it was smooth and creamy. You could also use an immersion blender if you have one. But I like that it tastes nice and light, but indulgent enough so I don’t notice that I’m eating something healthy.
Cooking the Macaroni
While the soup was blending, I cooked the macaroni according to the package directions. Once it was done, I drained it and set it aside.
Combining Everything
I poured the blended soup back into the pot and stirred in the cooked macaroni. I also added the heavy cream at this point. I heated it through gently, making sure not to boil it.
Seasoning and Serving
Finally, I seasoned the soup with salt and pepper to taste. I like to add a little extra black pepper for a kick. And that’s it! I ladled the soup into bowls and garnished it with some fresh parsley. Because celery adds flavors and feelings of umami and depth to a recipe.
The Verdict
The cream of celery soup with macaroni was a hit! It was creamy, flavorful, and so comforting. It is a favorite comfort food, especially with macaroni. This combo warms the body and soul. It’s definitely going into my regular recipe rotation. If you’re looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this one a try. Enjoy a bowl of rich, Cream of Celery Soup with tender macaroni for a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy family gathering.
If you are tired of celery, you can try mushrooms for cream of mushroom soup or diced potatoes for cream of potato soup. Try corn, broccoli, leeks, or even shredded chicken!
I usually enjoy cream of celery soup on its own as a main course, or for a more complete meal, prepare a salad or garlic toast to go with it.
Let me know if you have any questions or if you try it out yourself. Happy cooking!
