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Celery Potato Soup

A comforting and easy-to-make Celery Potato Soup that's perfect for busy days and filled with heartwarming flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Easy, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth) Use chicken broth if preferred.
  • 1 cup milk or cream For a creamier texture.
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (optional) Enhances flavor and presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, cooking it until it’s soft and translucent—about 5 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle a pinch of salt at this stage for better flavor.
Cooking
  1. Toss in the diced celery and potatoes. Stir them to coat with olive oil for another 5 minutes.
  2. Add the vegetable (or chicken) broth, bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  3. Cover and let cook for about 20-25 minutes until the veggies are tender.
Blending
  1. Blend the soup until creamy using an immersion blender or by transferring in batches to a blender.
Finishing Touch
  1. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the milk or cream, heating but not boiling.
  2. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper, adding fresh herbs if desired.
Serving
  1. Ladle into bowls and garnish with herbs if desired.

Notes

Leftover soup can taste even better the next day and is freezer-friendly. For a vegan version, swap milk for a plant-based alternative and use vegetable broth.